Norfolk highways delivers all highway construction design projects within the County Council as part of its Capital Improvement and Structural Maintenance Programme including the Bridge Programme. The section also delivers VRS design, bridge inspections, asset management of the bridge stock and routine bridge maintenance work.

The Bridges Team provides an integrated design, inspection, asset management and technical service.

We are looking for a Project Engineer:

• To project manage, lead/own and deliver the bridges routine maintenance programme and allocated schemes involving bridges and other structures across the full range of project sizes.
• To lead a team of 4 to 5 team members depending on scope of work, delivering the bridges routine maintenance programme, inspections and a range of small, medium and major projects without significant levels of supervision from line manager.
• A fully seasoned professional evidenced by relevant experience underpinned by knowledge and academic and professional achievement.
• As an experienced engineer you will mentor junior members of the team and may be required to deputise for the Bridge Team Manager to cover short breaks or attend meetings

There are a range of benefits working for NCC such as flexible working, pension scheme and an array of other benefits.

Norfolk is a great place to live and work, with beautiful countryside, picturesque towns and villages and over 90 miles of coastline. Norwich is a vibrant city with excellent shopping, eateries and activities all weaved around a historic backdrop.

All our office-based roles are currently working from home as part of our Smarter Working plans and to support the health and safety of all our colleagues. We anticipate that working remotely will be a key feature of this role and when offices re-open your office base will be County Hall, Norwich. 

Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity.

For further details and how to apply please click here

Closing date: 3 May 2021.

Interviews will take place via video technology, where you will have the opportunity to discuss these working arrangements.