Senior Development Control Engineer

Carrington West; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local Council in the Home Counties is seeking a Senior Development Control Engineer to lead highway and transport infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in UK highway design and maintenance, overseeing consultants and junior staff, and ensuring compliance with relevant design standards. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential. The role involves developing technical solutions, coordinating engineering disciplines, and managing project delivery effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in UK highway design and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of relevant design standards and highway adoption processes.
• Experience with surface water drainage and SuDS principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical solutions and manage project stages.
• Review and approve designs for statutory compliance.
• Oversee consultants and junior staff.

Skills

UK highway design experience

Knowledge of design standards

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Surface water drainage knowledge

Job description

Senior Development Control Engineer

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Highways Engineer to join a Council in the Home Counties in delivering high-quality highway and transport infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop technical solutions, manage design and construction stages, and ensure projects meet statutory requirements, Council standards, and safety regulations.
• Review and approve designs under Sections 38 and 278.
• Coordinate across engineering disciplines, ensuring seamless project delivery.
• Oversee consultants and junior staff, providing guidance and supervision.
• Ensure compliance with DMRB, Manual for Streets, TSRGD, and other relevant standards.
• Liaise with stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
• Monitor project performance, risks, and compliance throughout delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience in UK highway design and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of relevant design standards and highway adoption processes.
• Experience with surface water drainage and SuDS principles.
• Ability to lead projects, supervise staff, and manage multiple workstreams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• You must have 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].

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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