Contracting Engineer (CDC)

Based at: North Bridge Depot, Doncaster

Salary details: Grade 9 £42,123 - £46,579

Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time 37 Hours

Closing date: 11/10/2026

The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of Contracting Engineer.

We are currently recruiting for a Contracting Engineer to work within the Highways Operations Service you would be responsible for the measurement and setting out of schemes and projects across the borough for internal and external partners. The role is working in a highly commercial environment where cost-control, productivity and quality are required to be of the highest standard. Sub-contract staff will be under your direct control therefore management and supervisory skills are required as well as knowledge of NEC4 for contract administration. This post will be responsible for Technical Support for Highways Operations particularly to programme and supervise sub-contractors on highways and drainage schemes, including the utilisation of modern setting out techniques, as well as final measurement, valuations and payment on completion.

The successful applicant will be a self-motivated, well organised person who can readily communicate with engineers, managers, contractors and the public alike. Reliable and professional with a customer focused approach you will work across departments and with external partners to provide a consistent service.

Extensive knowledge and experience of civil engineering practices and contract procedures would be desirable but is not essential for the right candidate as training and support, from a highly experienced team is available. Further details about the responsibilities and requirements of the role are contained in the role summary and job profile.

There are opportunities to participate in the Council’s emergency planning and winter maintenance procedures, as well as the opportunity to work out of hours as the service requires.

We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.

In return for your contribution, we offer:

• Competitive leave entitlement
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and staff networks
• Development and training opportunities
• Staff discounts and benefits schemes
• More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.

Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria.

Shortlisting will take place week commencing 12/10/26 and it is anticipated that interviews will be held week commencing 19/10/26.

For further details or an informal chat please contact: Wayne Cox, Tel: 07855 090399, Email:- wayne.cox@doncaster.gov.uk

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City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.

We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.