Highways Site Engineer

Highways Site Inspector - Oxford
Rate: £23.63 to £25.26 per hour (umbrella)
Location: Oxfordshire

A Local Authority is seeking a dedicated Highways Site Inspector to join their team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in overseeing the construction and development of new roads and highway assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that new roads and works to existing highways are constructed according to approved drawings.
• Assist the Lead Site Engineer in delivering high-quality highway infrastructure for adoption by the Council.
• Adhere to all relevant County Council policies and procedures, raising concerns as needed.
• Manage a county-wide construction site inspection program, ensuring all development sites are regularly inspected.
• Conduct inspections for new developments under Section 38, Section 278, and Private Street Agreements, ensuring compliance with design standards.
• Carry out site inspections autonomously, checking setting out, materials, and workmanship against approved specifications.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Proven civil engineering construction site experience with a strong understanding of highway infrastructure.
• Extensive experience in construction site supervision and inspection.
• Familiarity with various highway construction techniques and their applications.
• Significant experience supervising complex schemes and developments, including those with over 50 dwellings.
• Solid understanding of construction materials and the ability to identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Knowledge of sections 38, 278, 219, and PSAs, as well as NRSWA, with the ability to provide informed advice.

For more information please contact me.