Senior Highways Operations Leader

Carrington West; North East; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in the North East of England seeks a Principal Operational Highway Engineer to lead the delivery of highways maintenance and civil engineering services. In this role, you will manage operational activities, oversee budget management, and ensure compliance with safety standards during site inspections. Candidates should have significant experience in highways maintenance and civil engineering operations, with strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers a chance to influence service improvements and contribute to strategic operational planning.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in highways maintenance or civil engineering operations.
• Strong knowledge of highway asset management and operational delivery.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and maintenance programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of highways and civil engineering maintenance activities.
• Oversee budget management across operational works.
• Conduct site inspections ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Highways maintenance

Civil engineering operations

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Asset management systems

Job description

A civil engineering firm in the North East of England seeks a Principal Operational Highway Engineer to lead the delivery of highways maintenance and civil engineering services. In this role, you will manage operational activities, oversee budget management, and ensure compliance with safety standards during site inspections. Candidates should have significant experience in highways maintenance and civil engineering operations, with strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers a chance to influence service improvements and contribute to strategic operational planning.