Engineer (Housebuilding)New

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Engineer

Location: East Midlands (Office-Based)

Salary: Competitive Benefits

Reporting to: Engineering Manager

Are you an experienced civil engineer looking to make a real impact on the success of residential developments? We are currently seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Senior Engineer to join our clients Technical Team based in the East Midlands.

This is a key role supporting land acquisition and site development by delivering timely, high-quality engineering input. You'll manage the procurement of surveys and technical reports and work cross-functionally to ensure our sites progress through planning, approvals, and into construction without delay.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist the Engineering and Design Managers with technical appraisals for new development opportunities

   

• Lead the instruction and review of due diligence surveys and advise on site constraints and abnormal costs

   

• Resolve engineering-related issues through planning and condition discharge processes

   

• Manage the design of infrastructure works including roads, sewers, and utilities

   

• Monitor and manage consultant performance to ensure deadlines and design quality are met

   

• Attend technical and site meetings, ensuring engineering elements are delivered to programme

   

• Drive technical approvals and secure statutory consents (e.g., highways, drainage)

   

• Liaise with internal teams, consultants, local authorities, and utility providers

   

• Support the adoption of legacy roads and sewers to reduce NHBC bond liabilities

   

• Ensure adherence to Health, Safety and Environmental policies across all duties

   

What We're Looking For:

• Significant experience in a similar engineering role within the housebuilding or engineering consultancy sector

   

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

   

• Knowledge of engineering software such as Windes and PDS is an advantage

   

• Strong understanding of current building regulations, planning policies, and statutory requirements

   

• High attention to detail when reviewing technical documents and drawings

   

• Proven ability to manage consultants and drive performance

   

• Strong local knowledge and network of contacts in engineering, utilities, and planning

   

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

   

• Commercially aware with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively

   

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and general IT systems

   

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and driven technical team

   

• Work on a variety of exciting and complex residential development projects

   

• Contribute directly to successful land acquisition and project delivery

   

• Competitive salary and benefits package

   

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

   

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career?

Apply now to join a business where your input truly matters.