Highway Agreements Senior Specialist - 6 Month Contract
Local Authority | 6 Month Contract
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Highway Agreements Senior Specialist to join a Local Authority Highways and Transport team.
This senior role will lead the negotiation, management, and delivery of Section 38, Section 278, and other highway-related agreements, ensuring all developer-funded highway infrastructure is delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with statutory requirements, design standards, and Local Authority policies.
The successful candidate will act as the lead technical officer for Highways Agreements, providing expert advice, managing complex schemes, overseeing a team of highway professionals, and supporting the delivery of strategic development across the borough.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the negotiation, preparation, and management of Section 38, Section 278, and other highway-related agreements.
- Ensure all agreements are legally robust, technically accurate, and compliant with statutory requirements.
- Act as the lead technical advisor on all Highways Agreement matters.
- Oversee the delivery of highway works associated with development schemes.
- Ensure compliance with approved designs, construction standards, maintenance requirements, and safety regulations.
- Manage relationships with developers, consultants, contractors, elected members, and key stakeholders.
- Monitor developer contributions, financial obligations, and cost assessments associated with agreements.
- Provide technical advice and recommendations to senior management and elected members.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with highway agreements and infrastructure delivery.
- Prepare technical reports, correspondence, and documentation for approval and governance purposes.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives, updating procedures, templates, and guidance documents.
- Respond to complex enquiries relating to highway agreements and development infrastructure.
- Ensure accurate record keeping, reporting, and audit compliance.
- Support the delivery of the Local Authority's Highways and Transport Strategy.
Essential Requirements
Requirements:
- Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, or substantial equivalent experience.
- Significant experience managing Highway Agreements within a Local Authority environment.
- Extensive experience negotiating and administering Section 38 and Section 278 Agreements.
- Comprehensive knowledge of highways legislation and developer-funded infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of highway design standards, including DMRB and Manual for Streets.
- Experience overseeing highway infrastructure projects from design through to completion.
- Strong knowledge of planning processes, statutory approvals, and development-related highway requirements.
- Experience providing technical advice to senior stakeholders, developers, and elected members.
- Experience managing multiple projects, programmes, and competing priorities.
- Strong understanding of contract management, financial management, governance, and risk management.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience preparing technical reports and recommendations for senior management and committees.
- Ability to undertake site visits and attend meetings across the borough.
Desirable
- Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
- Professional membership of a relevant engineering institution.
- Experience within Highways Development Control or Transport Planning.
- Experience managing developer contributions and complex infrastructure schemes.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Management Responsibility
- Direct management responsibility for approximately 6 FTE senior officers within the Highways Agreements Team.
- Conduct appraisals, performance reviews, and regular one-to-one meetings.
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to colleagues.
- Support workforce development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Additional
- Budget responsibility of approximately £300,000 revenue expenditure.
- Site visits and inspections required.
- Regular engagement with developers, contractors, consultants, elected members, and partner organisations.
- Occasional evening, weekend, and public holiday working may be required to meet service needs.
- Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and strategic development projects.
What's on Offer?
- £55.00 per hour (Umbrella)
- 6 Month Contract
- Full-Time Hours
- Bi-Weekly Pay
- Leadership role within a Local Authority Highways Service.
- Opportunity to lead complex highway agreements and infrastructure projects.
- Exposure to strategic developments and major regeneration schemes.
- Potential contract extension.
Ideal for candidates with experience as a Highway Agreements Manager, Senior Highway Engineer, Principal Engineer, Development Control Manager, Section 38 Engineer, Section 278 Engineer, Infrastructure Manager, Highway Development Manager, Transportation Manager, or Highways Project Manager.
Highway Agreements Senior Specialist in Swindon employer: Civic Recruitment Limited
Civic Recruitment Limited is an exceptional employer that prioritises meaningful impact in the community, particularly for children and families. With a strong commitment to professional development and a collaborative work culture, employees are empowered to drive positive change while enjoying the benefits of flexible working arrangements and a supportive team environment in Ipswich. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead significant projects that align with national reforms, making a real difference in the lives of those served.
