Why Southwark?
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Do you see yourself designing highways schemes that make walking, cycling and public spaces safer and more attractive?
Can you use your AutoCAD expertise to deliver transport projects that improve everyday journeys for thousands of residents?
Does the idea of joining a team that delivers some of London's most highly regarded highways projects appeal to you?
If yes, we have the perfect role for you!
Our Highways - Transport Projects Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Engineer - Minor Works to join our amazing team and help make a difference today. Southwark's highways projects are recognised across London as being of a high standard and exemplify the aspirations for transport schemes in the capital. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering projects that improve the borough's streets, public spaces and transport network.
What You'll Be Doing
Working as part of the Transport Projects team, you will be responsible for managing and delivering highway design projects, with a particular focus on minor works schemes and improvements to walking, cycling and the public realm. You will act as the lead 2D designer within the project team, taking schemes from feasibility and preliminary design through to detailed design, procurement and construction support.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the design development of minor highway works schemes.
- Producing accurate and clear AutoCAD drawings, including general arrangements, layouts, sections, setting-out drawings, levels, construction details and traffic management plans.
- Managing project budgets and programmes for schemes typically valued up to £300k, while supporting larger transport programmes.
- Coordinating with internal teams, consultants and contractors to develop practical and buildable design solutions.
- Preparing technical reports, specifications, contract documentation and tender information.
- Supporting public consultations and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Undertaking site visits, surveys and inspections to inform design and delivery decisions.
- Providing technical advice on highway design, constructability, materials and compliance with current standards.
- Supporting procurement processes and contractor management.
- Ensuring projects comply with CDM 2015 requirements and relevant health and safety standards.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for a motivated highways professional with strong design capability, excellent project management skills and a genuine passion for improving the public realm. xgikmsk
You'll bring:
- A recognised degree in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering, Transportation Engineering or a related discipline.
- A practical understa...
Engineer - Minor Works employer: Southwark Council Careers
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