Development Engineer

Persimmon Homes; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading housebuilder as a Development Engineer and play a vital role in shaping multi-million-pound residential developments. This position offers a unique opportunity to oversee external consultants and manage key technical aspects, ensuring cost-effective solutions that drive successful project delivery. You will be part of a company known for its commitment to quality homes and outstanding customer satisfaction, with real career progression opportunities and support for your professional development. If you are an experienced engineer or looking to step into this specialized area, apply today and elevate your career!

Benefits

Competitive salary & discretionary bonus

Free parking

Contributory Pension

Private healthcare & Life Assurance

Employee Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of building regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce layouts, reports, and working drawings for land appraisals.
• Manage site investigations, surveys, and liaise with utility companies.

Skills

AutoCAD

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Proactive Approach

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Development Engineer

Location: Great Blakenham, IP6

Why Join Persimmon Homes?

We're one of the UK's largest and most established housebuilders-FTSE 100 listed, with 29 regional offices and thousands of quality homes built every year.

When you join us as a Development Engineer, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive salary & discretionary bonus
• Work for a 5-star rated homebuilder backed by decades of success - Be part of a company that consistently delivers quality homes and outstanding customer satisfaction
• Real career progression with support towards internal and external training
• Free parking
• Contributory Pension
• Private healthcare & Life Assurance
• Employee Benefits Platform - giving you access to high-street discounts, wellbeing support, and more
• Committed to diversity, inclusion, and empowering your development
  
  

The Role:

As a Development Engineer, your work will directly impact the success of multi-million-pound residential developments. You'll oversee external consultants and manage key technical aspects, ensuring cost-effective solutions that drive successful project delivery. Your role will shape the future of major housing projects, delivering quality homes for communities.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Development Engineer or a professional seeking to step into this specialised area within civil engineering.

What You'll Do As a Development Engineer

• Produce layouts, reports, and working drawings for land appraisals
• Manage site investigations and surveys
• Brief consultants on design scope (roads, sewers, drainage, etc.)
• Liaise with statutory bodies and utility companies
• Coordinate utility infrastructure and diversions
• Provide engineering support to other departments
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies
  
  

What we're looking for:

• HNC or equivalent in civil engineering or related field
• Knowledge of building regulations, CDM, and relevant standards
• Strong AutoCAD skills and excellent communication
• A proactive, adaptable approach and a desire for continuous development
  
  

Apply today as a Development Engineer and take your career to the next level with Persimmon Homes.

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