Electrical Engineer (Highways)

Overview Review, leadership and management of ITS/Technology systems design undertaken by Framework and external consultants. Management and provision of cost‑effective design solutions to maintain or improve the M25 ITS/Technology assets to agreed standards, considering the needs of key stakeholders. Deliver outcomes agreed with National Highways to programme and budget, and to meet CPS quality standards. Coordination and collaboration between design, asset and PM teams, and organisations (NH SES). Manage design delivery and review documentation from external consultants. Your role Design technology schemes for a range of ITS assets (CCTV, signals, VMS, ERT, MIDAS, etc.) on time and to budget, presenting progress to the client. Produce, check and certify designs, documents and reports and deliverables from internal and external designers to ensure completion and compliance prior to submission to National Highways. Assist the wider Design Team in various Improvement and Renewal Schemes. Deliver agreed outcomes and scope on time and to budget, meeting technical standards and legal requirements. In‑house design of selected technology packages. Undertake optioneering and feasibility of design solutions and preparation of whole‑life costing. Develop and agree briefs with design team and suppliers, covering scope, budget and programme, and obtain agreement from the Asset head. Prepare and submit instructions to design suppliers. Contribute to the Design Review Process (Certification) in accordance with the DBFO contract. Ensure all designs meet the quality standards required by the DBFO contract and CPS internal standards. Work with the Project Manager for internal reviews during the design phase to ensure timely and appropriate sign‑off. Contribute to design and supplier cost and budget and review supplier invoices for payment when required. Liaise with National Highways on technical issues and submissions. Liaise internally with other teams within Connect Plus (CP) and CPS as required. Liaise with statutory bodies/authorities such as Highway Authorities, Planning Authorities and statutory undertakers. Report to the project manager on performance against budget and programme. Lead innovation and continual improvement in the delivery of schemes and techniques used in design and construction. Support the development of in‑house design capability and continuous improvement of processes and deliverables. Ensure learning and best practice is captured from the project for sharing across the business. Deputise for the line manager as required. Ensure the Principal Designer and delegated duties are met under CDM. Support the delivery of the business' Sustainability activities. Qualifications / skills / experience Essential Relevant vocational qualifications (BEng/BSc/HNC/HND desirable). Membership of an appropriate professional institution (IET or IHE). Working towards IEng or CEng level. Competent in ITS/Technology Design and Assessment. Knowledge of CDM and other H offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by UK Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require proof of UK residency for 5 years or longer. If applying to this role, please do not mention any current or previously held security clearance details in your application or CV. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong—a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage. #J-18808-Ljbffr