Streetworks Coordinator

Streetworks Coordinator
South London
£30 – £33 per hour (Umbrella)

A South London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Streetworks Coordinator to join their Network Management team. 
Reporting to the Deputy Head of Network Management, you will support the effective delivery of the Council’s statutory duties under the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA) and the Traffic Management Act 2004 (TMA), alongside local permit schemes across the borough.
You will be responsible for assessing and inspecting streetworks, coordinating utility activities, and ensuring works across the borough’s road network—particularly on SRN and TLRN routes—are carried out efficiently and compliantly.

Key responsibilities include:

Assessing and inspecting streetworks to ensure compliance with legislation and permit conditions
Coordinating planned works across multiple stakeholders, including utility companies
Monitoring the impact of works on the highway network and minimising disruption
Ensuring compliance with the Council’s Network Management Duty
Supporting the development and improvement of processes and systems for coordinating streetworks
Undertaking site inspections in line with the Red Book and reinstatement inspections under the Specification for the Reinstatement of Openings in Highways (SROH)
About You
You will bring strong technical knowledge and practical experience within streetworks and network management, alongside excellent communication and coordination skills.
Essential knowledge & skills:

In-depth knowledge of NRSWA 1991, TMA 2004, and the Highways Act 1980
Strong understanding of compliance inspections, including the Red Book and SROH
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation relating to highway works
Understanding of local government and contract management processes
Experience required:

Proven experience coordinating and managing streetworks or roadworks
Experience conducting site inspections and ensuring legislative compliance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions
Experience working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines
Experience dealing effectively with conflict
Qualifications

NRSWA Accreditation (essential)
Full UK Driving Licence (essential)