Job Description

Our client, a prominent Local Authority is currently seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role focuses on the design and delivery of public realm improvement projects, with an emphasis on sustainable urban drainage schemes (SuDS), greening initiatives, and area-based improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

Leading the design and delivery of public realm improvement projects within the healthy streets team

Managing projects such as sustainable urban drainage schemes (SuDS) and greening initiatives

Collaborating with other officers in the Healthy Streets team and the wider Public Realm and Climate Change and Transport team

Securing external funding for various projects

Providing specialist guidance and support to other service areas

Ensuring all projects and initiatives align with the council's climate change and biodiversity goals

Coordinating and monitoring project progress to ensure timely delivery

Engaging with stakeholders and the community to foster support for projects

Job Requirements:

Experience in drainage and traffic engineering within an urban environment

Strong understanding of sustainable urban drainage schemes (SuDS) and related concepts

Proficiency in project management and delivery, particularly within the public realm sector

Familiarity with climate change and biodiversity initiatives and their implementation

Capable of securing external funding and managing budgets

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders

Relevant engineering qualification

Benefits:

Opportunity to lead innovative urban improvement projects

Engagement in meaningful work that promotes sustainability and biodiversity

Professional growth and development within a supportive team environment

Contribution to climate change initiatives on a municipal level

If you are an experienced Senior Project Engineer with a passion for sustainable urban development, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team and make a lasting impact in the HTP sector