Principal Engineer - Highways Development Management

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Wakefield is seeking an experienced Principal Highways Development Management Engineer to lead a team, oversee development proposals, and engage with stakeholders to ensure compliance with highway standards. This role offers a chance to influence sustainable urban development and play a key part in the regeneration of Wakefield City Centre.

Benefits

Flexible working

Ongoing training and development

Discounted travel cards

Health membership discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in highways development management or a related field.
• Ability to lead a team and mentor junior staff.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers in highways development management.
• Review and influence planning applications for highways compliance.
• Engage with stakeholders for highways guidance and planning.

Skills

Highways planning

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Highways Engineer with a passion for shaping the future of our road networks and influencing sustainable urban development?

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Section 38 and 278 Team as a Principal Engineer at a time of great investment and regeneration for the district. We are seeking a dedicated Principal Highways DevelopmentManagement Engineer to join our team, where you will play a critical role in leading and guiding our Highways Development Management Team. This is a unique opportunity to drive impactful highways planning initiatives and contribute to the successful delivery of strategic projects within our community, assisting the Planning Team in the assessment of planning submissions and ensuring compliance with the local and national standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a Team of Engineers: Provide direction, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to a team of engineers responsible for highways development management, ensuring high standards and efficiency across projects.
• Oversee Development Proposals: Review, assess, and influence planning applications to ensure they align with highways policies and sustainable transport objectives.
• Engage with Stakeholders: Work closely with developers, planners, council members, and other stakeholders to provide expert highways guidance, ensuring that all developments support the growth and safety of our communities.
• Attend Planning Committees: Represent the Highways department at Planning Committee meetings, clearly communicating technical assessments, addressing inquiries, and advocating for high standards in highways and transportation planning.
• Promote Best Practices: Ensure that all submissions comply with relevant highways standards and regulatory frameworks, driving continuous improvement and innovation in the way we manage highways infrastructure.
• Coordinate with Strategic Planning Teams: Collaborate with other departments to align development management activities with broader strategic goals and infrastructure initiatives.

This role is based in the Wakefield One building in Wakefield City Centre at a time of exciting change and renovation across the city. As a member of the wider Regeneration and Economic Growth team you will be at the forefront of these historic projects.

Benefits

• Flexible Working and Health and Wellbeing initiatives that support you in meeting your work/life balance needs.
• Ongoing training provisions and a clear focus on personal development to ensure you meet your career goals.
• Discounted travel cards on bus and rail.
• Discounted Aspire Health membership.

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Sarah Peel.

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To apply please click the Apply Now link below.