Development Engineer

Fawkes & Reece; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional house builder is seeking a Development Engineer to coordinate engineering design for new housing developments in Manchester. The role involves assessing geotechnical data, advising on drainage and highway designs, and preparing financial forecasts. Candidates should have a HNC or BSc in Civil Engineering and prior experience in house building or consultancy. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with the technical team to secure land bids and manage project logistics, contributing to impactful regional developments.

Qualifications

• HNC or BSc in Construction or Civil Engineering required.
• Previous experience as an Engineer in house building or design consultancy.
• Experience managing multiple sites is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of engineering design for new housing developments.
• Assess geo-technical information and advise on foundation solutions.
• Prepare financial forecasts related to infrastructure and legal fees.

Skills

Geotechnical assessment

Highway design

Construction project management

Education

HNC or BSc in Construction / Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Development Engineer

A regional house builder have a requirement for a Development Engineer to join their business to coordinate all aspects of engineering design for new build housing developments in the region.

Reporting to the Technical Director and working closely with the Land team to secure land bids by presenting findings and recommendations. Duties and responsibilities will include :

• Assessing geo-technical information and advising on foundation solutions and infrastructure.
• Advising on initial feasibility drainage infrastructure proposals
• Advising on highway design requirement
• Involvement with the planning application
• Preparing abnormal schedules and preparing cost schedules for approval
• Prepare financial forecasts in relation to infrastructure inspection, legal, and bond fees identifying during this process associated phasing potential.
• Identify build difficulties with civil and structural operations
• Managing proposed multi utility enquiries with relevant providers.
• Co‑ordinate existing services disconnections and diversions where required.
• Monitor and coordinate material movement strategies

Role requirements

• HNC or BSc in Construction / Civil Engineering
• Previous experience as an Engineer working for a House Builder or with a design consultancy
• Experience of multi-site wor...