Senior Advisor - Technical Standards Group

Job Description

Senior Advisor (Technical Standards Group)An exciting opportunity has arisen to help develop the digitalisation (including machine readability) of the technical standards (the DMRB and MCHW) that are used design, construct, maintain and operate main roads across the United Kingdom. The post holderwill be engaged in projects to connect the design and construction standards to design software, the departure applications system, digital product catalogues and digital compliance checking systems.The post holder will develop and implement policies, standards, operating procedures and best practices, and provide specialist advice and guidance regarding the development, management and digitalisation of standards as well as managing projects deliveredby suppliers to help develop and deliver these changes.This role will be based from one of our offices in Birmingham, Bedford, Bristol, Leeds, Guildford or Exeter. The post holder will be expected to travel to other offices and suppliers offices throughout England as required. Occasional travel to meet withthe devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland may also be required.What youll be leading onThe digitalisation of the DMRB and MCHW including linkages to design software, the departure application system, digital product catalogues, BIM and digital compliance checking softwareThe development of a "Specifiers Tool" software system to enable consist and comprehensive site -specific specificationsDevelopment of technical governance for the development and publication of updates to the DMRB and MCHW.Plan and manage project activities and resources, including external expert and consultancy support as appropriate, identifying risks and appropriate mitigation and reporting progress, to ensure delivery of project objectives to time and cost.Engage with stakeholders across Highways England and externally to understand their business needs, to identify key areas for improvement and to share best practiceCommunicate changes to the development and publication of the DMRB and MCHW (including the move to digital distribution of machine readable clauses) to all stakeholders to support successful implementationTo be successful you will have:A broad experience of highways management or related infrastructure managementProven experience of developing and delivering change ideally related to technical standardsProven experience of providing information and specialist advice in a specific technical or expertise discipline.Evidence of managing internal and external stakeholder relationships.Proven experience of developing solutions and providing specialist advice.Ability to demonstrate efficiencies and demonstrate value for money across a programme of projects.A bit about usThe Safety, Engineering and Standards teams key priorities are to support world class operational delivery and technical advice for our road network, provide support services to lead, enable and innovate in the development of the Strategic Road Networkand provide expert advice on matters relating to health and safety.The Technical Standards Group are responsible for the management of UK Technical Standards for roads. Senior Advisors are key members of a team improving services to improve the development and delivery of these standards.About UsWhy you should join usAt National Highways we believe in a connected country. We are passionate about creating a culture where colleagues feel connected, included and enjoy greater wellbeing to achieve this. Were proud that as an organisation we are continually striving to dobetter and actively encourage and support our colleagues to do the same with their careers.So, if you put safety first, take ownership of your work, show passion for what you do, work effectively in a team, and demonstrate integrity in how you do it - then youll be a great fit for our organisation.Our benefits packageOur total reward package includes basic salary, the potential for a performance related bonusContributory pension scheme with employer contribution of up to 10%Annual Leave starting at 26 days (plus Bank Holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 31 days (plus Bank Holidays)Flexible hours and blended working between base location/homeLife assurance of 4 times annual salaryHealth and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and network of mental health first aiders. Plus access to a wellbeing app to enhance your self-care 24/7, Occupational health service and flu vaccinesA cycle to work scheme for the purchase of a bicycle and equipment for healthy, low carbon travelSignificant investment in your career development, through learning and development, talent management, coaching, mentoring and on job experienceAnd we are:Family friendly with enhanced maternity leave and pay, paternity leave (15 days), shared parental leave, adoption leave. Plus access to financial support for holiday play schemes and paid special leave (up to 5 days pa), eg for caring responsibilitiesMoney friendly with access to a discounts platform including over 3000 discounts for supermarkets, eating out, leisure, holidays. Alongside a financial wellbeing programmeCommunity friendly - offering paid leave to volunteer, 3 days basic/year plus an extra 3 days to support the national Covid effortIf you are successful, it is key to know all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory completion of our pre-employment checks which include:Right to work check3 year employment history referencesDBS criminal record checkSocial media and adverse journalism checkDriving licence check (if applicable)Fit to work questionnaire (for all), followed by a medical check (if applicable)And finally And finally we reserve the right to close before the advertisement expires