Assistant Highway Engineer
Salary: £33,000 | Location: Hertfordshire | Permanent
About the Role
An opportunity is available for an Assistant Engineer to join a highways infrastructure team working on the Hertfordshire highways contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a Civil Engineering graduate or someone with relevant experience looking to develop their career in highways engineering and project delivery.
You will support the delivery of highway maintenance and improvement schemes, gaining experience in engineering design, project coordination, technical compliance and construction.
Key Responsibilities
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Support the planning, coordination and delivery of highway maintenance and improvement schemes.
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Assist with project programmes, cost forecasts, risk registers and progress reports.
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Produce and review engineering drawings, designs and technical documentation.
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Ensure designs comply with DMRB, TSRGD, the Red Book and local authority requirements.
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Assist with traffic management planning and site setup coordination.
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Support permit applications, TTRO/TTRN submissions and statutory approvals.
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Liaise with local authorities, suppliers, utility companies and internal teams.
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Monitor project costs and support commercial activities, including variations and reporting.
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Promote safe working practices and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Requirements
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Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
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Knowledge or experience of highways, infrastructure or project delivery.
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Understanding of DMRB, TSRGD and CDM Regulations.
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Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
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Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
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Full UK driving licence.
What’s on Offer
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£33,000 annual salary.
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Permanent position with opportunities to develop your engineering career.
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Exposure to a range of highways projects and the full project lifecycle.
DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
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