Principal Highways Engineer needed in North London Paying £29.79 per hr ref RQ1696050
Full time hours on a temporarybasis
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development and delivery of the Highways Structures and Drainage Programme, from feasibility to completion.
* Support the planning, design, and delivery of the wider Highways Capital Programme, ensuring technical excellence and programme efficiency.
* Provide specialist leadership in flood risk management, including drainage design, surface water management, and compliance with national and local flood strategies.
* Undertake and oversee inspections, condition assessments, and structural evaluations of bridges, retaining walls, culverts, and other highway structures.
* Develop and review detailed technical designs, drawings, specifications, and contract documents in line with industry standards (DMRB, CDM Regulations, etc.).
* Manage and monitor project budgets, risks, and performance indicators.
* Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and oversight to engineers, technicians, and external consultants.
* Engage with internal stakeholders, contractors, statutory bodies, and the public to support effective project delivery and communication.
* Ensure all work complies with health and safety legislation, design governance, and quality assurance procedures.
* Support continuous improvement in asset management, drainage resilience, and sustainable infrastructure solutions.
If you are interested in the role, please email your CV toverity@essentialemploy.co.ukquoting the reference number.
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