Job Description
Principal Highway Engineer to deliver the structures and drainage programme and assist with the the delivery of the overall capital programme and flood risk management.
Overview of the role Principal Highways Engineer The Council's Highways services are high profile and vital to maintaining and enhancing the reputation of Islington Council as the custodian of the Public Realm.The post holder will be responsible for the contract compliance, in accordance with all the relevant specifications, contracts, quality, costs and legislative requirements. Providing a technical support service and to manage a team of assigned professional, technical and support staff engaging with residents, members and third parties to deliver public realm projects.Key responsibilities- As Principal Highways Engineer, contribute to the collective leadership of the service, working collaboratively with other services across the Council, partners and stakeholders to deliver the service's objectives and priorities.
- Have a working knowledge of relevant highways legislation including Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the Highways Act 1980.
- Actively contribute to the integrated delivery, improvement, management and performance of the Highways and Public Realm service, commissioning and managing activity within the Council and with internal and external partners, as required.
- Undertake tendering and procurement for contracts, from the specification stage to final award.
- Drive processes and contract efficiencies across allocated portfolio of contracts within the Highways and Public Realm service.
- Prepare and contribute to the comprehensive monthly reports on performance against all key performance indicators.
- Proficient use of IT including Microsoft Office, AutoCad / GIS.
- Prepare reports, briefing notes, FOI responses and press enquiry information as required.
- Manage the high-quality delivery of the Highways and Public Realm service, to meet business strategy. Ensure all service areas meet identified needs and deliver continuous service improvement.
Criteria description Principal Highways Engineer
Principal Highways Engineer Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience in Highways Engineering / Management.
Evidence of continued professional, managerial and personal development.
Experience working within a Highways Service managing highway improvement schemes.
Principal Highways Engineer Management and supervision of a team of Technical Staff.
Experience in Project Management including bid writing and funding applications.
Experience using Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and GIS systems.
Principal Highways Engineer Good understanding of legislation including the Highways Act 1980.
Ability to prepare and manage capital and revenue budgets.
Ability to write technical reports, briefing notes and respond to correspondence (including FOIs).
