Senior Highways Engineer

A Local Authority in Lancashire is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join its Engineering Team on an initial 6 month contract. This opportunity has arisen due to a long-term absence, with a strong likelihood of extension based on ongoing project demands.

The role is offering exposure to a broad portfolio of civil engineering projects rather than a narrow specialist focus.

The Role

You will play a key role in the delivery of a range of engineering schemes across the borough, managing projects through various stages from design and feasibility through to construction and completion.

The successful candidate will be involved in project management, design coordination, site inspections, contractor liaison, and the successful delivery of infrastructure improvements.

Typical Project Work

Public realm improvement schemes
Highways infrastructure projects
Environmental enhancement initiatives
Car park development and improvement works
Footpath and recreational infrastructure schemes
Town centre regeneration projects
About You

To be considered, you will have:

A broad civil engineering background
Experience working on highways and infrastructure projects
Proven experience delivering schemes from design through to construction
The ability to undertake site visits and inspections
Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously
Desirable Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous:

Public realm projects
Car park design and construction
Footpaths, Public Rights of Way (PROW) or recreational infrastructure
Environmental improvement schemes
Local Authority engineering projects
What's on Offer?

Hybrid working arrangement
Diverse and interesting project workload
Strong pipeline of upcoming schemes
Opportunity to utilise your experience across multiple disciplines
Potential extension beyond the initial contract term
The authority is looking to make an appointment as soon as possible and is open to discussing working arrangements with the right candidate.