Schemes Engineer - Highways

Carrington West; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Schemes Engineer in Greater London to oversee the delivery of highways projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate must have proven highways experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and relevant certifications in civil engineering. This position is vital for managing multiple schemes while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven highways experience, preferably in London.
• Full UK manual driving licence required.
• CSCS card holder preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and drive the successful delivery of build programmes.
• Conduct buildability reviews of designs.
• Liaise with multiple stakeholders including TfL and Network Rail.

Skills

Highways experience

Multitasking and organizational skills

Communication and stakeholder management

IT proficiency with Microsoft tools

Knowledge of Chapter 8 Traffic Management

Education

HNC or equivalent in Civil Engineering

SMSTS or SSSTS certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

Schemes Engineer - Highways

We're seeking a Schemes Engineer to support the delivery of projects across TfL contracts - from client concept through design and construction, right through to final handover.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and drive the successful delivery of build programmes.
• Conduct buildability reviews of designs with designers and subcontractors.
• Develop build programmes for acceptance by TfL.
• Liaise with stakeholders including TfL, London Buses, Boroughs, Network Rail, Emergency Services, and more.
• Oversee traffic management (TM) drawings and ensure all safety requirements are met.
• Manage permit submissions (S61, PAA, PA, TTRO, TMAN) within required timescales.
• Review and sign off Construction Phase Plans, Risk Assessments, and Method Statements.
• Program and coordinate subcontractor activities.
• Ensure compliance with Kier SHEQ standards and safe operating procedures.
• Chair contractor/client progress meetings and provide regular reporting.
• Resolve site queries and ensure schemes are built to approved design and specification.
• Deliver as-built drawings and post-construction information for clients.
• Conduct weekly site Health & Safety audits.

Skills & Experience

• Proven highways experience (London experience preferred).
• Strong multitasking and organisational skills to manage multiple schemes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• IT proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• Knowledge of Chapter 8 Traffic Management and Specification for Highway Works.
• CSCS card holder (preferred).
• Experience with road space permitting (NH, TfL, Boroughs).
• HNC or equivalent in Civil Engineering.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification required.
• NEC form of contract experience essential.

You must have Highways experience to be considered for this position.

For a full description and further information on the role, please call Phoebe Kingston at Carrington West on 02393 876043 or email [e-mail]

Notes

FOOTNOTE:

Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years experience in this market. Please call Phoebe Kingston at Carrington West on 02393 876043 for more information

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