R2R103845 - 131032 - Senior Engineer in Southend-on-Sea

About Southend on Sea City Council

Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who work with partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend. Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment, with flexible working practices to support a positive work‑life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Your New Role

Senior Engineer – Highways & Coastal Project Delivery (Full time, permanent, hybrid). In this role you will lead and oversee the initiation, planning, design, implementation and monitoring of highway and coastal projects to a high standard, within budget, scope and on time. You will supervise the delivery of planned activities and services within the Project Delivery and Asset Management teams in accordance with the Council's strategies and policies. Experience in flood & drainage design, SuDS and working for a Lead Local Flood Authority would be advantageous. You may manage up to five direct reports and monitor budgets up to £10m.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee project lifecycle from initiation to completion;
• Design and implement highway, flood and coastal engineering solutions;
• Manage and monitor project budgets;
• Prepare and design contract documents using NEC3 / NEC4 contracts, Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works, Specification for Highway Works and the Standard Method of Measurement;
• Provide timely and accurate advice to senior leaders, councillors and the public on highway, flooding and coastal matters.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Good knowledge and application of Highway Legislation, Flood and Drainage Legislation and Coastal Protection Legislation.
• Working knowledge of financial management, including budgetary governance and controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to build and maintain effective internal and external relationships.
• Ability to prepare and design contract documents with minimal supervision using appropriate national design codes and standards.

Requirements

• Degree or HNC in civil engineering, highways or related discipline.
• Membership of (or working towards) a professional body and 7+ years' experience.
• Equivalent knowledge and experience of working within at least one relevant field (Highways Design/Maintenance, Flooding & Drainage Design or Coastal Design/Maintenance).
• Working towards or willing to acquire Chartered Civil Engineer status.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. Full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.

Equal Opportunities Statement

The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.