Overview
Ringway Jacobs is seeking a capable and motivated Engineer to join our Development Management team, supporting the Essex Highways Integrated Services contract with Essex County Council.
Contract Type: Permanent
Responsibilities
* Lead technical reviews of developer highway designs, ensuring compliance with planning obligations and technical standards.
* Oversee planning obligations and legal adoption processes (Sections 38 and 278), ensuring completion on time and accurately.
* Represent the Highway Authority in consultations with planning officers, developers, and other stakeholders.
* Instruct and manage legal agreements to secure highway adoption.
* Coordinate with developers, consultants, councillors, and external agencies to facilitate project delivery.
* Provide timely advice on highway issues to the public and elected members.
* Liaise with planners, developers, consultants, and district engineers to resolve technical queries.
* Support the delivery of high-quality, adoptable infrastructure in line with council standards.
* Deputise for Senior Engineers as required and contribute to continuous service improvement.
* Promote Health & Safety proactively, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and minimising work-related risks.
About You
* Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering or related field, with relevant highways experience.
* Demonstrated experience in the technical approval of developer highway schemes.
* Working knowledge of Section 38 and Section 278 agreements and associated legislation.
* Knowledge of national guidance, legislation, and regulations, particularly the Highway Act 1980.
* Knowledge and application of Health and Safety legislation, including CDM 2015 regulations.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Full UK driving licence (site visits and inspections required).
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Civil Engineering
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