Development Management Engineer

Our client, a highways contractor in Essex, is looking for a talented and motivated Development Management Engineer to play a vital role in supporting the Essex Highways contract with Essex County Council.
 
In this key position, you'll take the lead on reviewing and overseeing highway schemes linked to development proposals, ensuring all developer-led infrastructure meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and adoptability.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with strong technical knowledge and a passion for delivering quality infrastructure that makes a lasting impact.
 
What You'll Do

·Lead technical reviews of developer highway designs, ensuring compliance with planning obligations and technical standards.
·Oversee the completion of Section 38 and Section 278 agreements on time and to standard.
·Represent the Highway Authority in consultations with planning officers and developers.
·Manage legal agreements to secure highway adoption.
·Build strong working relationships with developers, consultants, councillors, and external agencies.

What you need to do now:
 
If you are interested in this role and fit the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please contact Phoebe at Carrington West on 02393 876043/ phoebe.kingston@carringtonwest.com
 
Footnote:
 
Even if you are happy in your current job for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Parking professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 70+ years' experience in this market. Please call Phoebe at Carrington West on 02393 876043 for more information.
 
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