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Client: Suffolk Highways
Rate: 40-45 per hour (dependent on experience)
Start Date: 19/01
Proposed End Date: 30/06
Hours: 45 hours per week
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Role Overview
Suffolk Highways is seeking a Senior Highways Design Engineer to support the delivery of highway design projects as part of the existing highways design team. The contractor will work under the direction of the client and in accordance with established processes, standards, and programme requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and deliver highway design outputs in line with agreed programmes
Undertake and support technical design checks and reviews
Deliver projects to agreed time, cost, and quality expectations
Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and sub-consultants
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental legislation, and internal quality procedures
Engage with stakeholders to support the development of project objectives and solutions
Provide technical support and guidance to other team members as required
Skills & Experience Required
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent senior-level highways design experience
Extensive experience in highways design, ideally within a Local Authority environment
Strong knowledge of UK highway standards including DMRB, Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20
Experience working within structured project teams and governed delivery environments
Commercial awareness and experience with NEC contracts
Proficient in AutoCAD and relevant design software
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Strong understanding of Health & Safety in design and construction
Full UK/EEC driving licence
