Developing Highways Support Officer - Section 38/278

Developing Highways Support Officer

Are you a Developing Highways Support Officer looking for your next challenge?

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in facilitating new developments across the county, ensuring highway infrastructure is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

This role requires 1 day per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and oversee applications for Section 38 and Section 278 Agreements.
• Review and coordinate technical assessments of development-related highway works.
• Assess and approve third-party highway designs using professional judgement and relevant standards.
• Maintain and develop a central database for all Section 38 and Section 278 agreements.
• Prepare legal instructions for the drafting of highway agreements.
• Monitor legal agreement progress to ensure compliance before works commence.

Experience Needed:

• Experience working within highways, development management, civil engineering, planning, or a related environment.
• Knowledge of Section 38 and Section 278 Agreements and the Highways Act 1980.
• Experience reviewing technical drawings, designs, or development proposals.
• Strong project coordination and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience working at a local authority

FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location, or seniority does not suit you specifically, please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for similar roles at all levels across the UK. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from professionals looking to explore future opportunities. Our specialist team has over 40 years of combined experience in this market. Please contact Leah Kimber at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
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