Highways Clerk of Works

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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