Construction Engineer

• Suffolk County Council  
• Address: Endeavour House, 8 Russell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX, hybrid working
• Salary: £34,434 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available 
• Contract: Permanent

That this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship due to the associated salary level, which does not meet the minimum requirements for a Skilled Worker visa.

As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, at Suffolk County Council we’re driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people.

That’s why, when you join us as a Construction Engineer, you’ll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.   

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

Join our Transport NSIP and Technical Team, where you’ll play a vital role in shaping Suffolk’s infrastructure, including the Sizewell C development and other nationally significant infrastructure projects. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team, ensuring technical approval and inspection of highway improvements. Your key responsibilities include:

• Providing technical approval for major infrastructure projects, ensuring roads can be adopted as highways and protecting the Council’s interests.
• Checking highway designs for developments to ensure that the proposed layouts and construction of highway improvements and new estate roads comply with SCC guidance
• Inspecting the construction of roads, footways and drainage comply with highway construction standards, specifications and design guides
• Working closely with colleagues across Transport Strategy to deliver seamless processes from consultation to project delivery.
• Negotiating with developers and consultants on technical solutions for road layouts, junctions, footpaths, drainage, and street lighting.
• Applying up-to-date knowledge of legislation, health and safety, and technical specifications.
• Accurately recording technical approval details and supporting the planning approval process.
• Representing Suffolk County Council at meetings and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, sometimes in complicated and sensitive areas.

You’ll have the opportunity to broaden your experience, contribute to high-profile projects, and make a meaningful impact on Suffolk’s communities. We support your professional development with regular learning opportunities and encourage innovation and creative problem-solving.

You will need

• Relevant Level 5/6 qualification or considerable highway design experience.
• Commitment to our WE ASPIRE values and to promoting sustainable transport.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with a variety of audiences and be able to solve complex and wide-ranging problems.
• Experience in transport strategy, engineering, and (ideally) construction site work.
• Good working knowledge of relevant legislation, technical frameworks, and local government.
• Ability to manage your own time and work collaboratively.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation.

Why join us

• Flexible Working: Options include part-time, job sharing, compressed hours, term-time working, flexitime and hybrid/home working.
• Supportive Environment: Active staff networks, inclusive culture, and a focus on wellbeing.
• Career Development: Accessible career paths, CPD support, and professional accreditation.
• Values-Driven: We live our WE ASPIRE values and Customer Commitment (PDF), shaping how we work and serve Suffolk.
• Impact: Be part of projects that improve lives and communities across Suffolk, with the chance to learn about highway matters in relation to development with opportunities to expand knowledge into active travel and town wide transport planning. 

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP), which you can find in the ‘How to apply’ section towards the bottom of this advert.

If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team 

The Transport Strategy team is part of the Strategic Development division, helping to deliver growth in Suffolk. The team is responsible for:

• Developing transport policy, including the Local Transport Plan
• Securing funding, and the delivery of new transport infrastructure and initiatives
• Development management, ensuring new developments are sustainable in highway terms to support Suffolk’s growth ambitions.

What we will offer you 

• Opportunity to develop career in an exciting and fast-moving industry.
• The chance to learn about highway matters in relation to development with opportunities to expand knowledge into active travel and town wide transport planning. We have a structure that facilitates career opportunities.

Empowering Everyone 

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Samantha Harvey for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 341422. 

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word). 

Step 2 - complete the Supporting Statement template

Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word).

1. Give an example of how you have managed and prioritised your own workload to meet competing deadlines. How did you ensure key milestones were achieved?

2. Describe a situation where you demonstrated a strong commitment to health and safety on a construction or operational site. What actions did you take?

3. Tell us about a time when you adapted your communication style to suit different audiences, such as technical specialists, contractors, or members of the public. What did you learn from this?

Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page.

Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team by either emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date: 11.30 pm, 28 June 2026. 

Interview date: Week commencing 6 July 2026.

Promoted as JOTW (Job of the Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

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