Highways Development Engineer

Carrington West; Essex; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a knowledgeable Highways Development Engineer in Essex. The role involves leading technical assurance for highway schemes, ensuring the highest service delivery standards, and liaising with developers and stakeholders. Applicants should possess a degree in engineering and have strong project delivery experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering highway schemes within major development projects.
• Sound understanding of the Highways Act 1980, CDM 2015, and relevant legislation.
• Full UK driving license is desirable for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve detailed designs for new highways and improvements.
• Represent the Highway Authority in local planning consultations.
• Provide clear, timely advice to developers and stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Highways or Civil Engineering

HNC or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Highways Development Engineer
Location: Essex

Are you an experienced and motivated engineer looking to make a real impact on the future of highways infrastructure? Our client is seeking a talented Highways Development Engineer to join their Development Management team, working on a high-profile contract in partnership inEssex.

In this exciting role, you'll use your expertise to lead and carry out technical assurance for developer-designed highway schemes. You'll ensure the highest standards of service delivery for planned works while contributing to the broader vision and priorities of the County Council.

What You'll Be Doing:
·Review and approve detailed designs for new highways and improvements to existing infrastructure
·Ensure developer works are suitable for adoption by the Highway Authority
·Represent the Highway Authority in local planning consultations
·Provide clear, timely advice to developers, councillors, and stakeholders
·Attend and chair design meetings, respond to technical queries, and manage statutory processes
·Initiate and support the legal adoption of developer infrastructure
·Liaise closely with internal teams, local councils, and the public
·Assist and occasionally deputise for senior engineering staff

What We're Looking For:
·A degree, HNC, or equivalent experience in highways or civil engineering
·Proven experience in delivering highway schemes within major development projects
·Sound understanding of the Highways Act 1980, CDM 2015, and relevant legislation
·Strong attention to detail, communication, and stakeholder management skills
·Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
·A full UK driving licence is desirable, as site visits are a key part of the role

What you need to do now:
If you are interested in this role and fit the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please contact Phoebe at Carrington West on 02393 876043

Footnote:
If you feel that you are right for this job technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for jobs very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.

Even if you are happy in your current job for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Parking professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 70+ years' experience in this market. Please call Phoebe at Carrington West on 02393 876043 for more information.

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