Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Jul 11, 2026
Contractor
Your new company A leading infrastructure and highways services provider is seeking an experienced Highways Clerk of Works to support the delivery of highway development schemes across Northamptonshire. Working alongside local authority stakeholders, developers and contractors, you will play a key role in ensuring that new highway infrastructure is delivered to the required standards and is suitable for future adoption. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with highway inspection, site supervision or clerk of works experience looking to work on a diverse range of residential, commercial and infrastructure developments. Your new role As a Highways Clerk of Works, you will act as the primary site-based contact during the construction phase of highway works associated with new developments and improvements to the existing highway network. Your responsibilities will include: Inspecting and monitoring highway works to ensure compliance with approved designs, specifications, legal agreements and permit requirements. Identifying defects or non-compliant works, agreeing corrective actions and monitoring their successful completion. Maintaining oversight of site health, safety and traffic management arrangements to ensure safe operation for both the workforce and the public. Working closely with developers, contractors, designers and technical teams to resolve site issues and facilitate scheme delivery. Reviewing proposed design amendments and assisting in achieving compliant and adoptable highway solutions. Supporting the certification and sign-off process for completed highway works. Producing accurate inspection reports and maintaining comprehensive project records and databases. Providing technical advice and guidance on highway construction matters to internal and external stakeholders. Developing positive working relationships with contractors, developers and local authority representatives. Promoting high standards of quality, safety and environmental compliance across all projects. What you'll need to succeed HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent relevant industry experience. Previous experience supervising or inspecting highway construction works. Knowledge of Section 38 and Section 278 agreements and associated highway adoption processes. Understanding of the Safety at Street Works and Road Works Code of Practice. Strong awareness of CDM Regulations and construction health and safety requirements. Familiarity with highway construction standards, specifications and design principles. Understanding of highway safety audits and environmental considerations. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
