Job Title: Head of Highways Maintenance and Management
Location: New Shire Hall - 2-3 days in the office (office attendance mandatory)
Rate: £500-£600 per day (umbrella)
Duration: 6 months
Lead the Future of Highways Maintenance
Are you ready to take on a senior leadership role and make a significant impact on infrastructure and connectivity? Cambridgeshire County Council is looking for a Head of Highways Maintenance and Management to lead critical highways services, ensuring the highest standards in service delivery and customer focus.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Service Director for Infrastructure and Project Delivery, this role includes operational leadership and accountability for:
*Carriageways, Footways, and Cycleways
*Green Infrastructure
*Drainage and Resilience
*Structures
*Customer Engagement for Highways
Key Responsibilities:
*Develop and deliver strategic objectives in line with organisational and community needs.
*Provide operational leadership for highways maintenance services, ensuring compliance with best practices and legislative requirements.
*Oversee resource allocation, performance management, and service innovation.
*Engage with stakeholders, from town councils to contractors, fostering collaboration.
*Manage budgets and lead efforts to secure funding for key projects.
Qualifications and Experience:
*Degree or extensive experience in civil engineering, project management, or similar.
*Membership in relevant professional bodies (e.g., ICE, APM) is desirable.
*Proven leadership in highways maintenance or related services.
*Strong skills in strategic thinking, performance management, and stakeholder engagement.
This role is hybrid, with 2-3 days at the New Shire Hall and essential on-site presence to lead teams effectively.
Join Us:
Be a visible leader in Cambridgeshire’s efforts to improve transport and connectivity, protect the environment, and drive sustainable economic development.
For further details, reach out today!