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- Hourly Rate: £40 per hour via Umbrella
- Location: Rotherham (Hybrid working)
- Job Type: Contract
We are seeking a Senior Engineer to lead and manage the delivery of schemes within the Transportation Capital Investment Programme. This role requires a high level of technical expertise and the ability to provide high-quality, efficient, effective, and customer-focused service. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with the Council’s corporate objectives and related transport policies.
Day-to-day of the role:- Lead and manage the delivery of schemes within the Transportation Capital Investment Programme.
- Liaise with Ward Members and the Cabinet Member to provide professional and technical advice.
- Collect and utilize technical data to prepare cost estimates, specifications, drawings, contract documents, bills of quantities, and schedules of work.
- Provide consultancy advice and produce comprehensive technical reports.
- Develop briefs, issue work for detailed design, and liaise with other service units, outside bodies/agencies, and partners.
- Prepare complex new works and maintenance scheme designs using engineering design standards.
- Act as ‘CDM’ principal designer and/or project manager where appropriate.
- Provide effective project, safety, programme, and performance management.
- Supervise site works and ensure required specifications and safety standards are met.
- Supervise other technical staff, including planning and allocating work, checking work quality, and providing on-job training.
- Coordinate activities and foster close relationships with other departments and outside bodies.
- Benchmark team standards, monitor and review standard procedures and operational practices.
- Carry out site inspections and surveys, and initiate or attend to remedial action in the event of transportation asset failure.
- Deputize for the group lead manager and other roles within the service as required.
- Substantial experience operating at a senior level as an Engineer within the Transportation Infrastructure Service.
- Extensive experience of transportation, road traffic, and road safety policies, procedures, and legislation.
- Proven track record in delivering projects/work programmes to quality, time, and budget.
- Experience in leading a team of staff, including planning and allocation of work.
- Practical knowledge of specialist IT software packages (e.g., Auto CAD, Mapinfo, GIS).
- Level 7 qualification (e.g., Post Graduate Certificates and Diplomas) or equivalent knowledge gained through work experience.
- Effective communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
- Opportunity to work on significant projects impacting the local community.
To apply for this Senior Engineer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.
