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Your new role

Working in the Transport and Connectivity division of Birmingham City Council, you will assist the Transport Delivery Managers/Specialists and the Principal Transport Delivery Officers with the delivery of transport projects.

• Managing the development, design, implementation and handover of projects and delivered in accordance with the relevant obligations
• Deliver a high standard of quality control and ensure supervision is maintained for each project, by site reviews with due regard to construction, health and safety legislation with specification and material checks, and monitoring and recording contractors work and performance as specified
• Identify site technical problems and prepare, evaluate and recommend solutions to ensure all projects are delivered efficiently
• Obligations of the Highways Act, Chapter 8 and highways specifications applicable to construction works, conditions of contract and legal agreement obligations Experience of understanding and implementing contractual works and operational processes is essential.

What you’ll need to succeed

• You must obtain a CSCS card, NRSWA, IOSH and LANTRA 12D (M7) or equivalent or where qualification is not held to demonstrate equivalent standard of experience.
• Experience in implementing civil engineering highway works, including assessing temporary traffic management solutions.
• Experience in inspecting, recording and reporting work relating to construction works and producing concise reports.
• Using current design and construction standards and specifications, you will be providing specialist professional / technical advice
• Well versed in the application of CDM regulations and H&S related obligations.
• Produce well-collated information and documentation under minimal supervision.
• Communicate effectively to produce concise reports and lead meetings
• Confident use of computer software packages.
• Liaise in a professional, responsive and focused manner

What you’ll get in return

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone seeking cutting edge work in a truly collaborative, empowering, and inclusive organisational culture with plenty of opportunity for career progression. This position supports the commitment to undertake future training and development to obtain/maintain professional qualifications for your career development.

On offer is a extensive remuneration package including a base salary of £27,741 - £34,728 per annum plus:

• Pension scheme with a generous employer contribution
• Flexible working, where applicable
• Family-friendly policies including job sharing
• Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days (increasing to 32 days after 5 years and 34 days after 10 years)
• Subsidised travel passes
• Occupational Health support including a confidential counselling service
• Staff discount scheme with several local businesses
• An accredited Investor in People
• Employee health and wellbeing support (achieved Thrive at Work Foundation Level accreditation from West Midlands Combined Authority)

The recruitment process

An initial interview will take place using Microsoft Teams shortly after application at a flexible time to suit both parties, where you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your skills and experience and meet the team.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jessica Dillon on 0121 236 3312.