Senior Engineer – Highways & Development Control (Contract)

Senior Engineer – Highways & Development Control (Contract) in Hemel Hempstead

We’re recruiting a Senior Engineer (Highways & Development Control) for a hybrid contract role in London, starting January 2026. This role sits within a Highways Development Control team and would suit someone with strong local authority experience who is confident acting as a statutory consultee on planning applications.

Key responsibilities:

• Reviewing and responding to planning applications with transport impact
• Acting as statutory consultee for highways and transport matters
• Authorising and monitoring highway works, including S278 / S38 agreements
• Supporting construction management plans, travel plans, and highways adoption
• Deputising for senior management when required
• Working closely with planners, developers, and internal stakeholders
• Delivering a high standard of customer and stakeholder engagement

Key requirements:

• Proven experience in Highways Development Control within a UK local authority
• Strong knowledge of S278 / S38, planning processes, and highways adoption
• Ability to manage multiple applications and stakeholder relationships
• Full UK driving licence
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Willing to undergo DBS (or already hold one)

Contract details:

• Start: January 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 36 per week
• IR35: Inside
• Work pattern: Hybrid
• Location: London

If you’re a Senior or Principal-level Highways / Development Control Engineer looking for a short-term contract where you can add immediate value, I’d be keen to speak.

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Join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and collaboration, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of London. As a Senior Engineer in Highways & Development Control, you will benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible impact on local infrastructure projects. Our commitment to employee growth and a supportive environment makes us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding work.

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