Assistant Highways Engineer

Salary / Rate:

GBP 28,000.00-34,000.00 

Location:

Shropshire 

Rate:

Yearly 

Job Type:

Permanent 

Sector:

Highways 

Date Posted:

08/08/2008 

Reference:

NESUK-J4552 

Our client is looking for an Assistant Highways Engineer to join their Midlands office.
You will work in a team providing technical and traffic engineering advice and reports to the Highways Agency.
The role will include the ability to address highway scheme options to determine best value, with particular reference to keeping traffic moving. This will require innovation and development of alternative methods of working.
Identification of schemes and studies (environmental, economic, safety, accessibility, integration and pilot) to meet the Governments 10 year Strategic Plan and Annual Business Plan
Identify schemes and carry out outline design of proposals
Project management of work carried out through external offices
Support CVM and bidding process
Manage projects being carried out through external offices / suppliers
Minimum HND /HNC qualification or equivalent in a relevant field
Desirable Experience:
Sufficient and appropriate post qualification experience
Good knowledge of traffic engineering applications and road safety
Good knowledge of Highways Agency policy and design standards
Knowledge of the functions of a Highway Authority
Experience of working with Highways Agency and Local Authorities