Interim Head of Highways

Matchtech
London


Our client is currently seeking an experienced Interim Head of Highways to join their team on a contract basis. You will be responsible for overseeing various aspects of highways services, ensuring efficient and effective delivery in line with statutory requirements and council objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Managing the Highways Term Service Contract
  • Overseeing street lighting operations
  • Administering the Professional Services Term Contract
  • Supervising streetworks activities
  • Conducting safety inspections
  • Managing responsive maintenance works and winter maintenance programmes
  • Overseeing structural engineering projects
  • Managing parking operations and issuing Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders
  • Ensuring the maintenance of Public Rights of Way
  • Handling third-party claims and conducting technical surveys
  • Administering licensing procedures
  • Managing IT systems and special projects
  • Overseeing TFL and LIP funded schemes
  • Ensuring compliance with CIPFA responsibilities
  • Monitoring performance to National Indicators
  • Managing budgeting processes
  • Ensuring adherence to legal and statutory requirements
  • Leading staff management, learning and development initiatives

Job Requirements:

  • Extensive experience in highway management and maintenance
  • Proven expertise in contract administration
  • Strong understanding of streetworks and safety inspection protocols
  • Experience with budgeting, performance monitoring, and compliance requirements
  • Excellent leadership and staff management skills
  • Proficiency in handling IT systems and delivering special projects
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Good knowledge of legal and statutory regulations in highways services


If you have a robust background in highway management and are looking for a challenging interim role, we encourage you to apply now!

Posted 2025-06-03

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