Senior Asset Engineer - Carriageways and Footways Job at Buckinghamshire Council (Aylesbury)

Job Description

We’re looking an experienced and technically strong Senior Asset Engineer – Carriageways & Footways to play a key role in the management, maintenance and long‑term performance of Buckinghamshire Council’s highway network. Reporting to the Asset Manager – Carriageways & Footways, this role provides senior technical input across carriageway and footway assets, supporting the development of robust asset management plans, evidence‑based investment programmes and safe, efficient delivery through our commissioned service providers. This is an excellent opportunity for an established highways engineer to apply their expertise at scale, influence decision‑making and help shape how highway maintenance funding is prioritised and delivered across the county.

Job Responsibility

Supporting the development, implementation and review of asset management plans for carriageways and footways
Analysing condition, performance and inventory data to identify trends, risks and investment priorities
Developing one-year detailed and medium-term programmes of maintenance and improvement works
Providing technical input to capital and revenue programmes, including treatment selection and prioritisation
Working closely with service providers to monitor delivery, performance and quality of works
Supporting budget forecasting, whole-life cost considerations and value-for-money assessments
Assisting with performance reporting, KPIs and statutory or external returns
Providing technical advice and support to colleagues, inspectors, members and other stakeholders
Contributing to continuous improvement, innovation and the adoption of best practice in highway asset management
Supporting health, safety and risk management processes relevant to carriageway and footway assets
Supporting the mentoring and development of junior staff
Contributing to collaborative working across the wider highways service

Requirements

Significant experience working in highways engineering or asset management, preferably within a local authority or large infrastructure organisation
Strong technical knowledge of carriageway and footway construction, maintenance treatments and deterioration mechanisms
Experience using asset data, condition surveys and performance information to inform investment decisions
Understanding of relevant legislation, codes of practice and national guidance (e.g. Well-Managed Highway Infrastructure)
Experience working client-side with contractors and consultants to monitor performance and quality
Good analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and apply professional judgement
Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at different levels
A collaborative approach, with the ability to support others and contribute positively to team objectives
Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline
Ideally be working towards or hold membership of a professional institution (e.g. ICE, CIHT, IHE)

What we offer

health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career
opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events
flexible and agile working arrangements
discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops
auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme
opportunity to gain membership to Costco
discounted gym memberships
travel discounts with Arriva

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