Bournemouth Borough Council

PLANNING FOR A BETTER BOURNEMOUTH

Principal Transport Development Engineer (£40,057 - £42,899)

As a world class resort and major entertainment centre, Bournemouth is a cosmopolitan and lively place to live and work. With a vibrant nightlife that ranges from clubs to stylish bars, it attracts millions of visitors each year. Renowned for its natural beauty, with long stretches of golden sand and stunning gardens it has built up a name of international repute.

We are looking for an experienced Principal Engineer to manage a team of Transportation Development Engineers to help the Council ensure that the transportation impacts of new development are properly assessed and evaluated and can safely be accommodated on the local transport network. The Principal Engineer should be experienced in assessing the transportation effects of development, negotiating with developers and seeking appropriate Transportation mitigation measures.  The Post would also assist with the preparation of Section 106 Agreements, Section 38 and 278 Agreements and inspecting/approving appropriate works on the public highway.

The successful candidate should have a degree with an appropriate Civil Engineering/Transportation emphasis which is relevant to Transportation Development Management work.  This post will involve dealing with applications of a more complex nature.

The successful candidate will have achieved Chartered Engineer/Transport Planner status or equivalent. You should also possess effective communication, project and time management skills and demonstrate the ability to meet performance targets and achieve positive outcomes.

You should be IT literate and have a full valid driving licence. In return you can expect a rewarding and fulfilling job which seeks to improve the environment of the Borough, as well as enjoying flexible working hours.