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Overview

We’re looking an experienced and technically strong Senior Asset Engineer – Carriageways & Footways to play a key role in the management, maintenance and long‑term performance of Buckinghamshire Council’s highway network.

Reporting to the Asset Manager – Carriageways & Footways, this role provides senior technical input across carriageway and footway assets, supporting the development of robust asset management plans, evidence‑based investment programmes and safe, efficient delivery through our commissioned service providers.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established highways engineer to apply their expertise at scale, influence decision‑making and help shape how highway maintenance funding is prioritised and delivered across the county.

About us

Buckinghamshire Council is one of the largest local authorities in the country, responsible for a diverse highway network serving urban, rural and strategic transport needs. Our ambition is to provide a safe, reliable and sustainable transport network that supports economic growth, environmental responsibility and thriving communities.

The Highways Asset Management Team, within the Infrastructure and Capital Schemes function, is responsible for the stewardship of the council’s highway assets. The team develops long‑term asset management strategies, maintains asset data and condition information, prioritises investment, and ensures that maintenance and improvement programmes deliver best value and comply with statutory and national requirements.

The Carriageways & Footways asset group represents one of the largest and most visible elements of the network, with a strong focus on safety, condition, customer impact and long‑term value for money.

We work closely with other departments, service providers, elected members, government bodies and local communities to ensure our highways assets are managed transparently, efficiently and for the long term.

About the role

As Senior Asset Engineer – Carriageways & Footways, you will act as a senior technical specialist within the asset management function, supporting the Asset Manager in the development and delivery of carriageway and footway asset strategies and programmes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the development, implementation and review of asset management plans for carriageways and footways.
• Analysing condition, performance and inventory data to identify trends, risks and investment priorities.
• Developing one‑year detailed and medium‑term programmes of maintenance and improvement works.
• Providing technical input to capital and revenue programmes, including treatment selection and prioritisation.
• Working closely with service providers to monitor delivery, performance and quality of works.
• Supporting budget forecasting, whole‑life cost considerations and value‑for‑money assessments.
• Assisting with performance reporting, KPIs and statutory or external returns
• Providing technical advice and support to colleagues, inspectors, members and other stakeholders.
• Contributing to continuous improvement, innovation and the adoption of best practice in highway asset management.
• Supporting health, safety and risk management processes relevant to carriageway and footway assets.

You will also support the mentoring and development of junior staff and contribute to collaborative working across the wider highways service.

About you

You will be a knowledgeable and proactive highways professional with a strong technical background in carriageway and footway asset management.

We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience working in highways engineering or asset management, preferably within a local authority or large infrastructure organisation.
• Strong technical knowledge of carriageway and footway construction, maintenance treatments and deterioration mechanisms.
• Experience using asset data, condition surveys and performance information to inform investment decisions.
• Understanding of relevant legislation, codes of practice and national guidance (e.g. Well‑Managed Highway Infrastructure).
• Experience working client‑side with contractors and consultants to monitor performance and quality.
• Good analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and apply professional judgement.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at different levels.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to support others and contribute positively to team objectives.

You will be educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline, ideally be working towards or hold membership of a professional institution (e.g. ICE, CIHT, IHE).

If you’re looking to take the next step in your highways asset management career and want to make a tangible difference to the condition and performance of a large highway network, this role offers challenge, responsibility and scope to develop.

Other information

For further information on this role please see the attached job summary.

We offer hybrid working arrangements.

Closing date: 29th June 2026 

Interview date: TBC

Interview-type / process: Either MS Team and/or In Person, to be confirmed.

If you would like to have an informal conversation with the recruiting manager, please contact: Syed Shah 07977 611481

Company: Buckinghamshire Council

Salary: £49,354 - £51,758

Location: Buckinghamshire, Buckinghamshire

Sector: Highways

Sector: Highway Design

Job Role: Engineer