Highway Network Maintenance Engineer G10

• Annual Rate: £21.52/hour PAYE or £24.66/hour Umbrella
• Location: Wakefield
• Job Type: Full-time

Join our team as a Project Engineer in the Environment, Street Scene & Climate Change directorate. This role is crucial for designing and managing the delivery of highway construction schemes and providing technical advice. You will oversee Section 278 agreements and support the implementation of major infrastructure projects.

• Deliver highway design and construction projects from inception to completion.
• Manage project lifecycles including consultation, procurement, and implementation.
• Oversee Section 278 agreements to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Provide expert technical advice to councillors, developers, and the public.
• Conduct thorough site inspections and manage contractor performance to ensure project specifications and quality standards are met.
• Prepare comprehensive project documentation including estimates, reports, and funding bids.
• Represent the service at meetings, public inquiries, and other relevant forums.
• Deputise for the Engineering & Design Team Leader as required, providing leadership and direction to the team.

• HND or equivalent in Civil Engineering, or substantial equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in highway construction and project delivery.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Key Systems, and MS Office.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and construction standards.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver projects valued up to £5m.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to a variety of professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.

To apply for the Project Engineer position, please submit your CV