Head of Highways Maintenance and Management

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!