Senior Engineer

The job itself

Are you passionate about delivering impactful engineering and infrastructure projects?

Join our dedicated team and play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of essential construction, maintenance, and engineering works. This is a great opportunity for a skilled professional looking to make a difference through effective solutions and technical expertise.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who:

Has expertise in construction, highways, or engineering disciplines.Excels in coordinating projects and collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders to ensure alignment and seamless delivery of workstreams.Has extensive experience in designing and managing engineering projects from inception through to completion.Possesses strong knowledge of legislation, regulations, and industry practices, ensuring compliance in all aspects of the role.Demonstrates excellent problem-solving abilities.

Key responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality engineering and infrastructure projects, managing contractors, budgets, and timelines to achieve successful outcomes.Work with external bodies, contractors, and stakeholders to gather information, resolve issues, and align projects with broader goals.Conduct public consultations, provide expert advice, and manage enquiries to ensure clear and effective communication with the community.Design and oversee engineering processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, policies, and standards.

This is your chance to join a team dedicated to shaping a better future for our community.

Examples of some current projects:

£87m A164 and Jocks Lodge Junction Improvement Scheme£49m Howden Relief Road Scheme

It is not essential that you have worked for a Council or the public sector previously, as appropriate mentoring and training will be provided.

The Council offers several benefits, including a generous pension scheme and leave allowance, various flexible working options and access to appropriate further training and education. This includes a training agreement with the Institution of Civil Engineers to coordinate both the academic and practical training leading to a professional qualification: either EngTech MICE, or IEng MICE, or CEng MICE.