Senior Engineer (Construction)

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Suffolk County Council - Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX - Hybrid
37 hours per week. Flexible working options available
Fixed term or secondment until June 2027 due to funding

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Suffolk County Council - Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX - Hybrid
£39,513 - £45,595 per annum (pro rata for part time)
37 hours per week. Flexible working options available
Fixed term or secondment until June 2027 due to funding

At Suffolk County Council, we believe that when our people grow, our communities thrive. That's why we're looking for a passionate Senior Construction Engineer to join our team. Here, you'll find more than just a job – you'll discover opportunities to develop your skills, make a meaningful impact, and reimagine what's possible. Are you ready to grow with us and shape the future of Suffolk?

Your Role And Responsibilities

As a Senior Construction Engineer in our Transport Strategy team, you’ll lead a small group of Engineers and Technicians responsible for inspecting developer-funded highway schemes. You’ll ensure that all works meet national and Suffolk County Council design standards and specifications, and that records are accurately maintained for highway improvement and adoption.

You’ll manage the delivery of s38 and s278 agreements under the Highways Act, negotiating technical solutions for road layouts, junctions, drainage, and lighting. You’ll also ensure compliance with Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations, health and safety legislation, and traffic management requirements.

Your leadership will extend to mentoring junior staff, conducting performance reviews, and supporting recruitment. You’ll also represent the Highway Authority at public and planning meetings, and collaborate closely with planning and technical approval teams to ensure high-quality infrastructure delivery.

Your work will be based around the construction for the new nuclear power station, Sizewell C, in Suffolk.

You will need

to ideally be an incorporated engineer or have significant experience in a relevant field or project management
to be experienced in civil engineering, preferably with experience of using highway design guidance such as the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges and UK standards
to be able to demonstrate technical ability and an understanding of the use of plans and drawings
knowledge of national highway engineering design guidance and specifications
understanding of CDM and Health and Safety Legislation
to be passionate about working in a team seeking sustainable engineering solutions
some knowledge of planning particularly with respect to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) would be an advantage
experience managing small teams and delivering complex infrastructure projects
excellent communication skills to interpret and present technical information clearly

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word) . If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

This role sits within the Transport Strategy Team, part of the Growth, Highways, and Infrastructure Directorate at SCC. The team is responsible for advancing Inclusive Growth through transport initiatives across Suffolk. You’ll work closely with colleagues in project management, planning, and highways who support the delivery of NSIPs.

You’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic team environment, engaging with a challenging and varied workload tied to high-profile construction projects. The role offers access to regular technical presentations, a wide range of learning opportunities, and support for Continuing Professional Development and professional accreditation.

Please take a look at our Growth, Highways and Infrastructure Directorate's annual plan which will show you what projects and areas we are involved with.

Empowering Everyone

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report .

For more information

Please contact Steve Merry for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 341497 or emailing steve.merry@suffolk.gov.uk

How To Apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word) .

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template .

Can you describe a time when you led a small team to deliver a complex infrastructure project? What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
Tell us about a time you supported the development of a junior colleague or apprentice. What approach did you take and what was the outcome?
Give an example of a situation where you had to negotiate a technical solution with developers or contractors. How did you ensure compliance with standards and safety regulations?
Describe a time when you identified a potential issue during a site inspection. What actions did you take and what was the result?

Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412.If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.

Closing date: 15 July 2025.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

About Us

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you’ll enjoy:

up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) .

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