Development Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential house builder is seeking a Development Engineer to join their technical team. The role involves overseeing the planning, design, and delivery of housing developments across the North West, requiring strong civil engineering expertise and excellent stakeholder management skills. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience in residential development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in residential development or civil engineering consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning system and building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review engineering feasibility studies and drainage strategies.
• Manage civil engineering elements for residential developments.
• Liaise with external consultants and ensure compliance with planning requirements.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Civil Engineering Design

Project Management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

Causeway Flow

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Development Engineer

Location: Sites across the North West

Employment Type: Full-Time 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Company Overview

I am currently working with a residential house builder committed to designing and constructing high-quality homes that enhance communities and meet the needs of modern living. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, they are looking to expand their technical team with a skilled and driven Development Engineer.

Position Summary

The Development Engineer will play a critical role in the planning, design, and delivery of residential housing developments. This position involves overseeing the technical aspects of land development, including civil engineering design, infrastructure planning, and coordination with local authorities and utility providers.

The ideal candidate will bring both engineering expertise and a collaborative mindset to help move projects from initial concept through to construction handover. This role will involve travel to multiple sites across the North West.

Key Responsibilities

1. Produce and review engineering feasibility studies, drainage strategies, and utility layouts.
2. Manage the design and delivery of civil engineering elements (roads, drainage, utilities, earthworks) for residential developments.
3. Liaise with external consultants, statutory bodies, and internal teams to ensure designs meet planning and regulatory requirements.
4. Obtain technical approvals (S38, S278, S104, etc.) from relevant authorities.
5. Monitor infrastructure works on-site, ensuring quality, compliance, and alignment with project timelines.
6. Prepare tender documentation and provide technical input during procurement.
7. Resolve engineering and design-related issues throughout the development lifecycle.
8. Support planning applications with technical inputs and engineering drawings.
9. Maintain up-to-date project documentation and records.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in residential development, civil engineering consultancy, or housebuilding.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, building regulations, and adoption procedures.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and drainage design software (e.g., MicroDrainage or Causeway Flow).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

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