Technology Senior Engineer; Highways

Overview

Review, leadership and management of ITS/Technology systems design undertaken by Framework and external consultants. Management and provision of cost‑effective design solutions to maintain or improve the M25 ITS/Technology assets to agreed standards, considering the needs of key stakeholders. Deliver outcomes agreed with National Highways to programme and budget, and to meet CPS quality standards. Coordination and collaboration between design, asset and PM teams, and organisations (NH SES).

Manage design delivery and review documentation from external consultants.

• Design technology schemes for a range of ITS assets (CCTV, signals, VMS, ERT, MIDAS, etc.) on time and to budget, presenting progress to the client.
• Produce, check and certify designs, documents and reports and deliverables from internal and external designers to ensure completion and compliance prior to submission to National Highways.
• Assist the wider Design Team in various Improvement and Renewal Schemes.
• Deliver agreed outcomes and scope on time and to budget, meeting technical standards and legal requirements.
• In‑house design of selected technology packages.
• Undertake optioneering and feasibility of design solutions and preparation of whole‑life costing.
• Develop and agree briefs with design team and suppliers, covering scope, budget and programme, and obtain agreement from the Asset head.
• Prepare and submit instructions to design suppliers.
• Contribute to the Design Review Process (Certification) in accordance with the DBFO contract.
• Ensure all designs meet the quality standards required by the DBFO contract and CPS internal standards.
• Work with the Project Manager for internal reviews during the design phase to ensure timely and appropriate sign‑off.
• Contribute to design and supplier cost and budget and review supplier invoices for payment when required.
• Liaise with National Highways on technical issues and submissions.
• Liaise internally with other teams within Connect Plus (CP) and CPS as required.
• Liaise with statutory bodies/authorities such as Highway Authorities, Planning Authorities and statutory undertakers.
• Report to the project manager on performance against budget and programme.
• Lead innovation and continual improvement in the delivery of schemes and techniques used in design and construction.
• Support the development of in‑house design capability and continuous improvement of processes and deliverables.
• Ensure learning and best practice is captured from the project for sharing across the business.
• Deputise for the line manager as required.
• Ensure the Principal Designer and delegated duties are met under CDM.
• Support the delivery of the business' Sustainability activities.

• Relevant vocational qualifications (BEng/BSc/HNC/HND desirable).
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution (IET or IHE).
• Working towards IEng or CEng level.
• Competent in ITS/Technology Design and Assessment.
• Knowledge of CDM and other H&S legislation.
• Competent in exercising the Designer's duties and Principal Designer duties under CDM.
• Excellent IT skills and Microsoft Office essential.
• Knowledge of design and assessment standards (DMRB / MCHW / IEC / 18th Edition IET Requirements for Electrical Installations, etc.) relevant to ITS/Technology.
• Working knowledge of ITS/Technology equipment (CCTV, signals, VMS, ERT, MIDAS, etc.).

• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of communication networks and cyber security.
• Experience of highway design at various stages of the project life cycle.
• Experience in any of Intelligent Transport Systems, electrical designs, Highways standards and Commissioning.
• Experience in the preparation and checking of reports and drawings for designs or construction projects.
• Hold appropriate CSCS card registration.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Consultation experience with National Highways, Local Councils, Emergency Services and key stakeholders.
• Broad skills, knowledge/understanding of other technology related design areas.
• Licensed to drive in the UK or with reciprocal agreement.

• Good communication skills.
• Project…