Job Title: Senior Highways Development Management Engineer
Location: Northampton (Hybrid – 1–2 days per week in office, Tuesday core day)
Contract: 3 months (likely extension)
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Highways Development Management Engineer to support the assessment of development proposals and provide expert transport advice. This is a senior role requiring strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage planning consultations and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide highways and transport advice on planning applications and development proposals
* Prepare consultation responses, including site visits and layout assessments
* Represent the Council at meetings, stakeholder consultations, and planning inquiries if required
* Assess Transport Assessments and Travel Plans, including trip generation and junction modelling (TRICS, ARCADY, PICADY, LINSIG)
* Work with internal teams and external developers/consultants to resolve transport issues
* Secure and manage developer contributions (e.g. Section 106 agreements)
Requirements
* Experience in highways development management, development control, or transport planning
* Strong understanding of Transport Assessments and planning processes
* Knowledge of TRICS, ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG
* Experience working with local authorities or development planning projects
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Additional Info:
Hybrid working with 1–2 days per week in the Northampton office
#J-18808-Ljbffr