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Highways Clerk of Works

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Gloucestershire

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Job Title: Highways Clerk of Works 
 Job Type: Temporary (6-month contract)
 Location: Gloucester
 Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday)
 Start Date: 11 May 2026
 End Date: 30 October 2026
 Working Style: Flexible and agile working available (on-site, hybrid, and remote working options)
 Rate: £30 per hour (PAYE / LTD / AWR rates applicable)
  
 About the Role
 This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and self-driven professional to join a forward-thinking Highways Development Management team during a key period of growth and transformation. The role supports the delivery of Gloucestershire's long-term transport and infrastructure vision, aligned with sustainable development and carbon reduction objectives.
 You will play a key role in the delivery of large-scale, developer-funded highway schemes, including strategic transport infrastructure and new estate roads, ensuring all works meet the highest technical, safety, and environmental standards.
  
 Key Responsibilities
  
Oversee and inspect construction of highway and infrastructure schemes 
Ensure all works comply with County Council standards, policies, and specifications 
Monitor quality, safety, and environmental compliance on site 
Manage contractor performance and ensure delivery to programme 
Support coordination of traffic management to minimise disruption 
Liaise with stakeholders including developers, contractors, councillors, and the public 
Contribute to the delivery of low-carbon, durable infrastructure solutions 
Ensure long-term maintenance considerations are embedded in delivery  About You
 You will be a confident and experienced professional with strong technical knowledge in highways or civil engineering environments. While local authority experience is not essential, you must demonstrate:
  
Strong understanding of highway construction and development schemes 
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills 
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment 
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capability 
Commercial awareness and focus on delivery outcomes

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