Design Services Manager - Transport Highways

Job description Commissioning Manager - Highways and TransportA South London council is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead its in-house highways and transport design service on an initial six-month contract. You will be responsible for managing a multidisciplinary design team, overseeing the delivery of highways and transport projects, and ensuring high standards of technical assurance, programme management and service performance. The role will involve working closely with internal teams, external consultants, contractors and key stakeholders to deliver capital programmes and infrastructure improvements across the borough.Contract: 6 months Rate: £450-£500 per day (Umbrella) Location: South London Office attendance: 3 days per weekKey Responsibilities Lead and manage an in-house highways and transport design service. Manage design engineers, technicians, apprentices and external consultants. Oversee feasibility, preliminary and detailed design for highways, traffic, public realm and active travel projects. Provide technical assurance and design approval, ensuring compliance with relevant highway design standards and CDM Regulations. Manage design budgets, programmes, resources and performance. Commission and manage framework consultants and contractors, ensuring quality, value for money and timely delivery. Lead stakeholder engagement with Transport for London (TfL), developers, utility companies, elected Members and residents. Oversee capital ..... full job details .....