Senior Engineer – Kent based Council
PAYE £31.43 - £40.50 Umbrella / Deemed LTD (Inside IR35)
37 hours per week
6-month initial contract (likely extension)
Overview of the role: Medway Council are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join their Highways Capital Projects team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead on the design, contract administration and delivery of complex highway and infrastructure schemes across the Medway area.
You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping transport improvements funded by the Local Transport Plan, Section 106 and other investment streams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.
This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office (ME2 4EW).
Responsibilities:
Lead on the design of highway schemes in line with national standards (DMRB, MCHW, MfS).
Prepare and manage works orders using the Term Maintenance Contract (TMC) and NEC contracts.
Administer contracts including valuation of works and processing payments.
Supervise construction sites and ensure contractor performance.
Liaise with stakeholders including elected members, the public and internal teams.
Uphold Medway Council’s values, safety standards and sustainability goals.Requirements:
HNC/HND or equivalent in Civil/Highway Engineering.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in highway design and delivery.
Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and health & safety legislation.
Proficient in AutoCAD and project management software.
Experience with NEC contracts is desirable (PM Accreditation preferred).
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.Contact: James at Service Care Solutions (phone number removed) - (url removed)