Lead Highways Engineer – Local Authority Projects

Service Care Solutions; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£250 referral bonus

Job summary

A public sector client in Greater Manchester is seeking a Highways Engineer for their Capital Programme Division. This full-time, temporary position requires a Chartered Engineer or MSc in engineering. Responsibilities include managing highways projects and leading a consultancy service. The role offers £45 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35, with a strong emphasis on stakeholder engagement and project management.

Qualifications

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or MSc in relevant engineering discipline.
• Full membership of a relevant Institution with demonstrable experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage highways projects through the full project lifecycle.
• Lead and motivate staff for a high-performing consultancy service.
• Monitor contractor performance and drive efficiencies in service delivery.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Financial management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status

MSc in a relevant engineering discipline

Job description

A public sector client in Greater Manchester is seeking a Highways Engineer for their Capital Programme Division. This full-time, temporary position requires a Chartered Engineer or MSc in engineering. Responsibilities include managing highways projects and leading a consultancy service. The role offers £45 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35, with a strong emphasis on stakeholder engagement and project management.