Location: Office-based (with site visits as required)
Department: Operations
Company: iHus
About iHus
iHus delivers high-quality timber-frame annexe projects across the UK. We pride ourselves on commercial discipline, efficient delivery, and a positive, driven team culture. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a motivated and commercially minded Production Engineer to support our Operations team
The Role
The Production Engineer plays a key role in the commercial and delivery success of our timber-frame annexe projects. This is a fast-paced, detail-driven position suited to someone with strong analytical skills, sound commercial judgement, and a proactive mindset.
Predominantly office-based, you'll work closely with Project Managers, Purchasing, Design, and senior leadership to provide accurate BOMs/BOQs, cost control, planning support, and operational reporting—helping ensure projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare, manage, and review project material budgets, BOMs and BOQs
* Maintain live cost trackers, forecasts, and financial records across multiple projects
* Monitor material usage, labour, subcontractor spend, and variations
* Identify cost risks, opportunities, and variances, issuing early warnings where required
* Provide commercial input into planning, value engineering, and programme reviews
* Produce clear and concise cost and performance reports for senior management
* Support procurement scheduling and timely ordering with the Purchasing team
* Attend progress meetings and contribute commercial insight and solutions
* Support project and resource planning activities
* Champion accurate data management using iHus systems and digital tools
* Drive continuous improvement by identifying trends, inefficiencies, and repeat issues
Essential skills & experience:
* Strong understanding of construction, ideally within timber-frame, modular, or residential environments
* Excellent numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail
* Strong commercial judgement and cost control experience
* Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-moving environment
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project/financial tracking systems
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
Qualifications & requirements:
* HND, HNC, or equivalent qualification in Construction, Civil Engineering, or similar (or significant relevant experience)
* Experience in construction projects (timber-frame or modular preferred)
* Full, clean driving licence
Personal Attributes
* Proactive, motivated, and solutions-focused
* Confident and positive, with the ability to communicate at all levels
* Organised, disciplined, and proud of producing accurate, high-quality work
* Collaborative and approachable, with a strong team ethic
* Keen to contribute to continuous improvement and business success
What We Offer
* A key role within a growing and ambitious business
* Exposure to live projects and senior decision-making
* A supportive, driven team culture
* Opportunities to develop commercially and professionally
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person