Job Description
Engineer Housebuilding
North Midlands | Hybrid (2 Days WFH / 3 Days Office & Site)£55,000 + £4,450 Car Allowance + 5% Bonus
Are you an Assistant Engineer in the new homes sector ready to step up into a full Engineer role?
This is a genuine progression opportunity with a leading residential developer in the North Midlands, offering greater project ownership, consultant management exposure, and involvement across the full development lifecycle.
If youre looking to move from supporting schemes to leading engineering input on projects this role is designed for you.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will support new homes developments from:
* Initial site viability & technical appraisal
* Planning & technical approvals
* Detailed design coordination
* Construction phase support
You will undertake in-house civil engineering design and manage external consultants to deliver cost-effective, compliant and practical solutions.
This is a hybrid role combining home, office and site working.
Key ResponsibilitiesSite Appraisal & Viability
* Prepare technical site appraisals and engineering viability assessments
* Interpret geotechnical and environmental reports
* Produce initial site layouts and constraints plans
* Advise on utilities strategy and procurement
* Resolve engineering matters during planning applications
Planning & Technical Design
* Develop engineering designs through planning and approvals
* Manage consultants on roads, sewers, drainage, levels & foundations
* Liaise with Highways Authorities, Environment Agency and statutory bodies
* Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and NHBC standards
* Drive cost-effective and buildable engineering solutions
Pre-Construction & Delivery
* Secure technical approvals (roads, drainage, sewerage)
* Ensure engineering information is ready prior to start on site
* Manage utilities providers at key stages
* Support foundation and remediation strategies
* Resolve construction phase engineering issues
What Were Looking For
* Currently an Assistant Engineer within housebuilding / residential development
* Experience with roads, sewers, drainage, utilities and foundations
* Exposure to planning and technical approval processes
* Ability to interpret geotechnical reports
* Working knowledge of CDM regulations
* Experience liaising with consultants and local authorities
* Ambitious and ready for increased responsibility
Technical Requirements
* Engineering degree (or equivalent)
* Working towards ICE (desirable)
* AutoCAD proficiency
* Experience with PDS, Windes or MicroDrainage
* Ability to review and manage external civil engineering designs
* Understanding of ground conditions and remediation techniques
Salary & Benefits
* £55,000 basic salary
* £4,450 car allowance
* 5% bonus
* Hybrid working (2 days from home)
* Private healthcare
* Life assurance
* Pension with employer contribution
* Share schemes
* Retail discounts
* Discounted house purchase scheme
* Structured career progression
Why Apply?
This is not just another Engineer role its a clear step up for someone ready to move beyond Assistant level.
Youll gain exposure across the full lifecycle of residential developments while joining a business known for internal progression and strong regional pipelines.
If you're ready to progress your career in housebuilding engineering, apply today or contact me for a confidential discussion.
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