Street Lighting Engineer - M25 - Leatherhead

BALFOUR BEATTY; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect Plus Services seeks a Street Lighting Engineer for the M25 DBFO project. The role involves designing lighting systems, managing timelines and external consultants, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and proven experience in highway lighting projects.

Benefits

Flexible working

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Share plans

Volunteering leave

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in highway lighting projects.
• Membership of a professional body is preferred.
• Professional qualification or working towards one.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and overseeing design projects.
• Undertake lighting designs using appropriate software.
• Prepare and maintain design documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Design passion

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or related field

ILP Exterior Lighting Diploma

Job description

About the role

Connect Plus services are seeking to appoint a Street Lighting Engineer to join our team on the M25 DBFO project. This position involves undertaking design projects, managing timelines and external consultants, and ensuring effective communication among team members, the supply chain, and stakeholders.

What you'll be doing

1. Assist in planning, organizing, and overseeing design projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget.
2. Undertake lighting designs using Lighting Reality design or similar software.
3. Prepare and maintain design documentation, including project briefs, timelines, and works information.
4. Manage external consultants undertaking designs.
5. Review design outputs for accuracy and consistency, ensuring alignment with project goals, DMRB, and standards.
6. Collect and organize feedback from supply chain, client, and internal teams, ensuring effective communication.
7. Stay updated on DMRB, changes in standards, and best practices, sharing insights with the team.

Who we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or related field preferred.
• ILP Exterior Lighting Diploma preferred.
• Proven experience in highway lighting projects.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with DMRB, MCHW, and relevant regulations and standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Passion for design and teamwork.
• Membership of a professional body.
• Professional qualification or working towards one.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver ambitious projects that develop and maintain vital UK infrastructure, supporting economies and communities.

Why join us?

We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working, 25 days annual leave, family-friendly policies, pension, share plans, volunteering leave, and recognition schemes.

About us

Connect Plus Services (CPS) is a collaboration of Balfour Beatty, Atkins, and Egis Road Operation UK, managing the M25 network 24/7 across eight locations.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion, striving to create an environment where everyone can thrive. We are members of various organizations and committed to inclusive practices, including supporting applicants with disabilities.