Traffic Engineering Team Manager

Traffic Engineering Team Manager needed in Gloucester, £63,895 per annum - Reference: 5305053

This is a unique opportunity to lead a team that plays a pivotal role in significantly transforming the highway by introducing infrastructure that helps to reduce casualties, improve accessibility and sustainable travel, and reduce traffic congestion.
You will lead a growing, multi-disciplinary team and oversee a high-profile programme of investment in road safety, accessibility and sustainable travel.
This includes driving forward our countywide Safer Roads/Community 20s speed limit initiative and the delivery of the annual road safety programme.

The post holder will be required to travel throughout the county, as and when required, and must hold a full, valid driving licence.
• You are expected to undertake out of hour’s duties, as and when required.
You will ideally have a degree in Engineering discipline.
• Membership of relevant professional body e.g. ICE, CIHT, IHE.

You will be a passionate and confident leader who shall:
• Lead the delivery of a substantial highway improvements programme, ensuring projects are delivered to budget and programme.
• Ensure the design of projects meet local and national standards, are innovative and meet health and safety requirements.
• Oversee the implementation of project management and design processes to achieve successful delivery.
• Oversee contractors to ensure that highway works are constructed to design and budget.
• Drive the development of the team through innovative methods of working including the use of AI.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with colleagues, Members and other stakeholders.
• Support the team’s growth and development, creating a positive and inclusive environment where people can thrive.

This is a full time role on a Permanent basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website