Role Overview We are seeking an Engineering Manager to join a house builder in West Yorkshire. The Engineering Manager will oversee all pre-construction and construction engineering functions, ensuring technical excellence, cost-efficiency, and compliance across infrastructure, utilities, and groundworks. You will be a key liaison between planning, design consultants, contractors, and site teams. Key Responsibilities Manage external engineering consultants, ensuring deliverables are issued on time, to scope, and within budget. Contribute to land appraisals by providing technical input on constraints, abnormal costs, and engineering solutions. Undertake value engineering reviews of infrastructure and engineering designs to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or compliance. Work collaboratively with the wider team on the technical viability of new and existing sites. Review and approve civil engineering designs, including road, drainage, levels, and external works. Monitor and manage technical risks, including ground conditions and abnormal costs. Apply for and manage new and existing utility connections (gas, water, electricity, telecoms) across all development sites. Liaise with utility providers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and coordination of services. Manage all aspects of Section 38 (Highways Adoption), Section 278 (Works to Existing Highways), and Section 104 (Sewer Adoption) Agreements. Coordinate with local authorities, legal teams, and consultants to ensure timely approval, execution, and adoption of infrastructure. Track progress of technical approvals and ensure all conditions are met for sign-off and bond release. Support site teams with technical queries and engineering solutions Key Skills & Experience Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline. Minimum of 5 years’ experience with a national/regional residential housebuilder. Knowledge of UK building regulations, NHBC standards, and statutory agreements (S38, S278, S104). Proficient in AutoCAD and some familiarity with Micro Drainage (or Causeway Flow), and 3D ground modelling software. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead external consultants and work collaboratively across teams What We Offer A dynamic and collaborative working environment. Competitive salary and benefits package. Career growth in a technically driven, quality-focused company