Development Engineer

Fawkes & Reece; Warrington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional house builder is seeking a Development Engineer to manage engineering design for new housing developments. The role includes assessing geo-technical data, advising on design and drainage solutions, and preparing cost schedules. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and prior experience in house building or design consultancy. The position offers a competitive salary, company car option, pension, healthcare, and more.

Benefits

Option of a company car or car allowance

Pension

Healthcare

Annual bonus scheme

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Engineer working for a House Builder or with a design consultancy.
• Experience of multi-site working.
• Good understanding of regulations and legislation impacting engineering design.

Responsibilities

• Assess geo-technical information and advise on foundation solutions.
• Prepare financial forecasts for infrastructure inspection and legal fees.
• Monitor and coordinate material movement strategies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Fluent in AutoCAD

Proficient in MS Office

Commercial awareness

Education

HNC or BSc in Construction/Civil Engineering

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

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 working
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative
• Fluent in AutoCAD and MS Office
• Commercially aware linking design to cost and value
• Good understanding of regulations and legislation impacting engineering design.

Benefits

The company are offering a competitive basic salary (dependant on experience, the option of a company car or car allowance, pension, healthcare, annual bonus scheme, life insurance and various other employee benefits.

How to Apply

If you are interested in the Development Engineer role and would like to apply, please contact Deena at Fawkes & Reece for a confidential chat, or apply via the link.