Highway Development Agreements Engineer - Outside IR35

Our client is seeking a Highway Development Agreements Engineer to support highway development and development control activities from its Winchester offices. This contract role will involve providing technical engineering advice on development proposals, highway agreements and infrastructure requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Reviewing development proposals and assessing their impact on the existing highway network
Providing highway engineering and development control advice to support planning applications
Managing and progressing highway development agreements and associated technical documentation
Assessing highway layouts, access arrangements, transport infrastructure and improvement works
Working with developers, consultants, planning professionals and internal stakeholders
Checking technical submissions for compliance with relevant highway standards and requirements
Supporting the delivery of highway infrastructure associated with new developments
Maintaining accurate records and providing clear written recommendations and technical reports

Job Requirements:

Experience in highway engineering, development control or highway development agreements
Understanding of highway design principles, development planning and relevant standards
Ability to assess proposed developments and identify appropriate highway mitigation measures
Strong technical report writing, communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work effectively with developers, local authorities and other professional stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Relevant engineering qualification or equivalent experience in highways and civil engineering
Full UK driving licence and access to a car for work-related travel

Additional Information:

Contract position
37-hour working week
Based at Winchester offices
Planned start date: 4 January 2027
On-site attendance requirements apply to this position
If you have experience in highway development, development control or highway agreements and are looking for a new contract opportunity, apply now to be considered for this role in Winchester
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed