About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Consents & Utilities Lead to join our team on a major infrastructure project. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in securing highways consents, managing Section 278 agreements, and coordinating utilities installations. A background in utilities civil works within large-scale infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead on the application and management of highways consents, including Section 278, Section 56, Section 50, and other relevant agreements.
Coordinate with local authorities, statutory undertakers, and stakeholders to secure approvals for roadworks, utilities crossings, and access points.
Manage relationships with highways authorities and ensure compliance with permits, temporary traffic orders (TTROs), and road opening notices.
Oversee the planning and delivery of utility diversions and installations, ensuring alignment with project timelines and technical requirements.
Work closely with design and construction teams to integrate highways and utilities requirements into project planning.
Ensure compliance with relevant environmental and sustainability regulations, working closely with the Environment, Sustainability and Consents Manager to mitigate impacts.
Support the coordination of Road Safety Audits and liaise with statutory undertakers regarding service connections and diversions.
Monitor project progress, manage risks related to consents and utilities, and...