Senior Development Infrastructure Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 09 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £20.29 i £27.65 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Rate: £20.29 PAYE / £27.65 Umbrella |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 20 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Taunton, Somerset |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Neway International Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | OR24456 |
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Neway International are seeking a Senior Development Infrastructure Officer to join our client based with the Infrastructure and Transport Team with Somerset Council.
Location: The Crescent, Taunton, TA1 4DY
Rate: £20.29 PAYE / £27.65 Umbrella
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: 52 weeks
Start Date: 4 May 2026
Somerset Council is seeking an experienced Senior Development Infrastructure Officer to join the Development Engineering team within Infrastructure & Transport. This is a key technical role responsible for managing and overseeing the delivery of developer‑funded and third‑party highway infrastructure projects secured through Section 106 and Section 278 agreements.
About the Role
The postholder will act as the principal point of contact for developers, contractors, designers and internal stakeholders, ensuring that all legal obligations, technical standards and planning requirements are met from planning consent through to adoption. Responsibilities include:
Managing the technical administration of S106 and S278 highway works
Monitoring project progress, compliance and financial contributions
Coordinating with internal teams across planning, engineering and legal services
Preparing formal documentation, reports and correspondence
Ensuring all works meet relevant legislation, design standards and health & safety requirements
Building strong working relationships with developers, elected members and the public
The role is based at Somerset Council’s main office in Taunton, with the potential for hybrid working later in the contract depending on progress.
About You
We are looking for a candidate with:
Demonstrable experience managing new highway infrastructure through S106/S278 processes
Strong technical knowledge of highway legislation, design standards and construction practices
Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder‑management skills
The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and analyse complex issues
High levels of IT literacy and strong organisational skills
A collaborative, flexible and professional approach
Degree‑level education or equivalent experience is required, alongside a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Location: The Crescent, Taunton, TA1 4DY
Rate: £20.29 PAYE / £27.65 Umbrella
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: 52 weeks
Start Date: 4 May 2026
Somerset Council is seeking an experienced Senior Development Infrastructure Officer to join the Development Engineering team within Infrastructure & Transport. This is a key technical role responsible for managing and overseeing the delivery of developer‑funded and third‑party highway infrastructure projects secured through Section 106 and Section 278 agreements.
About the Role
The postholder will act as the principal point of contact for developers, contractors, designers and internal stakeholders, ensuring that all legal obligations, technical standards and planning requirements are met from planning consent through to adoption. Responsibilities include:
Managing the technical administration of S106 and S278 highway works
Monitoring project progress, compliance and financial contributions
Coordinating with internal teams across planning, engineering and legal services
Preparing formal documentation, reports and correspondence
Ensuring all works meet relevant legislation, design standards and health & safety requirements
Building strong working relationships with developers, elected members and the public
The role is based at Somerset Council’s main office in Taunton, with the potential for hybrid working later in the contract depending on progress.
About You
We are looking for a candidate with:
Demonstrable experience managing new highway infrastructure through S106/S278 processes
Strong technical knowledge of highway legislation, design standards and construction practices
Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder‑management skills
The ability to work independently, prioritise effectively and analyse complex issues
High levels of IT literacy and strong organisational skills
A collaborative, flexible and professional approach
Degree‑level education or equivalent experience is required, alongside a commitment to ongoing professional development.