Highways Development Control Manager

Highways Development Control Manager Job DescriptionA council in the Home Counties is going through a period of significant growth and transformation, with major infrastructure investment and large-scale development planned across the area. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Highways Development Control professional to play a key role in shaping development across the borough. Working closely with Planning and Highways teams, you will manage a team of four officers responsible for assessing the impact of proposed developments on the highway network. You will provide technical expertise across highways, transport and planning, ensuring developments are safe, accessible and sustainable. The role will involve working on several major applications over the coming years, providing the opportunity to follow projects through from pre-application discussions to final approvals.Key Responsibilities Manage and provide technical leadership to a team of four Development Control officers. Assess the highway and transport implications of major development proposals. Review and critically assess Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and other technical documents and plans. Provide expert advice on national and local transport and planning policies. Work closely with Planning, Highways and other internal teams throughout the development control process. Negotiate with developers, consultants and stakeholders to secure appropriate highway and transport solutions. ..... full job details .....