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Highways Development Engineer
Location: Essex
Are you an experienced and motivated engineer looking to make a real impact on the future of highways infrastructure? Our client is seeking a talented Highways Development Engineer to join their Development Management team, working on a high-profile contract in partnership inEssex.
In this exciting role, you'll use your expertise to lead and carry out technical assurance for developer-designed highway schemes. You'll ensure the highest standards of service delivery for planned works while contributing to the broader vision and priorities of the County Council.
What You'll Be Doing:
路Review and approve detailed designs for new highways and improvements to existing infrastructure
路Ensure developer works are suitable for adoption by the Highway Authority
路Represent the Highway Authority in local planning consultations
路Provide clear, timely advice to developers, councillors, and stakeholders
路Attend and chair design meetings, respond to technical queries, and manage statutory processes
路Initiate and support the legal adoption of developer infrastructure
路Liaise closely with internal teams, local councils, and the public
路Assist and occasionally deputise for senior engineering staff
What We're Looking For:
路A degree, HNC, or equivalent experience in highways or civil engineering
路Proven experience in delivering highway schemes within major development projects
路Sound understanding of the Highways Act 1980, CDM 2015, and relevant legislation
路Strong attention to detail, communication, and stakeholder management skills
路Competency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
路A full UK driving licence is desirable, as site visits are a key part of the role
What you need to do now:
If you are interested in this role and fit the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please contact Phoebe at Carrington West on (phone number removed)
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Footnote:
If you feel that you are right for this job technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for jobs very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
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Even if you are happy in your current job for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Parking professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 70+ years' experience in this market. Please call Phoebe at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
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