Principal Highway Structures Engineer

Opportunity: Principal Highway Structures Engineer

Location: Manchester (Hybrid)

Rate: Negotiable and Competitive

Duration: 12 months

IR35: Outside

We require the services of a Principal Highway Structures Engineer to support the delivery of Highways Structures schemes in Manchester.

• Lead the technical delivery and approval of highway design and structural engineering projects, including structural investigations, movement orders, and ensuring compliance with current design guidance and legislation.
• Support the Team Leader in managing the Engineering Design Team to ensure delivery of complex and innovative technical solutions in line with customer and legislative requirements.
• Undertake and support feasibility studies, consultations, and surveys as required.
• Manage project communication with stakeholders, including residents, businesses, and elected members, throughout the project. This includes responding to inquiries and organizing consultation events.
• Produce approval reports and manage scheme documentation effectively.
• Coordinate with other Council sections and developers to ensure a cohesive approach to traffic management and highway maintenance works.
• Manage project budgets and ensure financial and procurement accountability.
• Comply with CDM regulations and health and safety legislation.
• Provide technical supervision, support, and guidance to junior staff members.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and procedures, and a working knowledge of standard engineering specifications for similar roles.

To apply, please submit your CV along with a written application to the contact provided.

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