Job summary
Our client, a leading organisation in the highways and transportation sector, is currently seeking a Principal Highways Engineer (Highway Maintenance) to join their team.
Key skills required for this role
Highways, Maintenance, PRincipal
Important
Highways Maintenance Engineering experience
Job description
This permanent role is pivotal in the development and strategic management of the Council's highway assets, ensuring the safety and improvement of the highways network.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Taking a lead role in the planned and responsive maintenance of footways, drainage, and carriageways
2. Managing projects funded through new developments, such as section 106 and section 278 agreements
3. Overseeing externally funded highway works and regeneration streetscape projects
4. Providing specialist technical overview and design of highway works programmes
5. Commissioning and managing professional design services and highway works contracts
6. Ensuring effective performance management and strategic leadership within the team
7. Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including Transport for London, GLA, and developers
8. Preparing reports on complex issues for senior management and council committees
Job Requirements:
9. Significant experience in highway engineering and maintenance
10. Strong knowledge of highway, transport, and safety legislation
11. Technical expertise in highway engineering principles and methodologies
12. Proficiency in project and contract management
13. Experience in the use of IT, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation packages
14. Exceptional report writing and presentation skills
15. Ability to develop and maintain relationships with external organisations and stakeholders
16. Relevant qualification in engineering or a related field
Benefits:
17. Opportunity to play a strategic leadership role in the enhancement of the highways network
18. Engagement in a variety of interesting and challenging projects
19. Professional development and training opportunities
20. A collaborative and supportive work environment
21. Comprehensive employee benefits package
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