Developing Highways Support Officer

6 Month Contract with A local Authority

To provide professional and technical support for the administration, assessment, monitoring, and delivery of Section 38 and Section 278 Agreements under the Highways Act 1980. The role supports the Council’s growth and development objectives by ensuring highway infrastructure associated with new developments is designed, constructed, and adopted in accordance with legislative requirements, Council standards, and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and oversee applications relating to Section 38 and Section 278 Agreements under the Highways Act 1980.
  


• Undertake technical assessments of highway works associated with new developments and review third-party designs for alterations or additions to the highway network.
  


• Exercise professional judgement to approve highway designs and ensure compliance with relevant standards, legislation, and Council requirements.
  


• Create, maintain, and update records and databases relating to Section 38 and Section 278 Agreements, including legal documentation, bonds, certificates, and project information.
  


• Prepare legal instructions and support the drafting, negotiation, and completion of Section 38 and Section 278 Agreements.
  


• Monitor agreement progress to ensure legal agreements are completed prior to the commencement of works on site.
  


• Negotiate and agree legal terms for small to medium-sized development schemes.
  


• Coordinate and monitor inspections, testing, and supervision activities to support the formal adoption of completed highway works.
  


• Maintain accurate project files, inspection records, testing results, and supporting documentation.
  


• Monitor development works through to completion and facilitate the issuing of completion and adoption certificates.
  


• Liaise with internal teams, developers, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective project delivery and communication.
  


• Support the wider Developing Highways Team in promoting risk-based asset management and continuous service improvement.
  


• Identify opportunities to improve processes, procedures, and working practices while ensuring value for money.
  


• Respond to day-to-day enquiries relating to highway development agreements and associated works.
  


• Ensure all work is delivered in accordance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, guidance, and Council policies.
  

Requirements

• Experience working within highways, engineering, development management, infrastructure, or a related technical environment.
  


• Knowledge of highway development processes and an understanding of Section 38 and Section 278 Agreements under the Highways Act 1980.
  


• Ability to review technical information, engineering drawings, and development proposals.
  


• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  


• Experience maintaining accurate records, databases, and project documentation.
  


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.
  


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
  


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound professional judgement.
  


• Commitment to delivering customer-focused services and continuous improvement.
  


• Ability to work effectively within agreed timescales and performance targets.
  


• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.
  


• Experience administering legal agreements relating to highway or infrastructure developments.
  


• Knowledge of local authority planning and highways processes.
  


• Experience liaising with developers, consultants, contractors, and legal teams.
  


• Relevant qualification in highways, civil engineering, planning, transportation, or a related discipline.
  

Additional Information

Location: Shirehall, Shrewsbury (with regular home working)

Hours per Week: 37 hours

Payment Frequency: Bi-weekly