Development Engineer
Location: Greater Manchester / Cheshire / Lancashire
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
The Engineer must be able to demonstrate a successful track record in R&S Design, liaising with consultants, statutory bodies and subcontractors and process a good all-round knowledge of site development and the road and sewer adoption process.
They must have extensive experience of working with contractors and knowledge of construction of roads, sewers and foundations for residential developments.
Experienced in the use of Microsoft office.
Proficient using AutoCAD, and preferably a work knowledge of PDS and MicroDrainage.
JOB ROLE
Assist in the preparation of project environmental procedures.
Visits sites periodically to monitor construction compliance with issued information, planning conditions etc.
Checking the design and construction of highways, drainage, services, groundwork's, landscaping, infrastructure, and all associated ancillary works.
Liaise with solicitors in the production of section 38/278, 104 Agreements
Liaise with all internal departments to ensure the project is delivered on time and within department.
Provide the Estimating Department at viability stage high level drainage, foundation, and cut & fill drawings to ascertain approximate volumes of arisings/deficit to support a land bid.
Produce Development Strategies for the on-site material management of all proposed arisings ie foundation, roads, sewers, services etc. Provide monthly reports showing the progress of the Strategy, ie material generated, disposal of site, stockpile management etc.
Work alongside the Architectural and Land teams in the obtaining fee quotes from consultants to support a planning application and ensure the associated reports are prepared and delivered on time.
Check the agreed specification and make sure all works are constructed in accordance with the design drawings and completed within budget.
Liaise with geo environmental consultant to understand existing ground condition, preparation on Remediation Strategy, spoil management and ordain plot validation certificates to be uploaded to the NHBC/LABC portals prior to plot legal completion.
Support the construction Department in achieving the adoption of the roads and sewers by the local authorities/United Utilities/NAV.
Ensure technical information is current and available for design and build stages.
Effective communication of technical issues to all parties.
Ensure statutory consents and approvals are secured prior to commencement of the build.
Ensure that the works are constructed and commissioned safely in accordance with design data, standards and specifications.
Manage and keep accurate records of all testing processes.
Technical input in the management of services, products and subcontractors.
Compliance with and collation of supporting information for KHL Quality Management System.
Support the Senior Engineer