Development Engineer | Leicester

Strata Consulting; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Pension scheme

Healthcare options

Professional development

Career progression

Job summary

Strata Consulting's Leicester division seeks an Engineer to join our client’s team and help shape the future of residential construction in the region.

The role involves providing engineering support across multiple housing developments, managing drawings and site layouts, and liaising with authorities, utilities, and consultants to secure approvals.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in residential or commercial construction projects.
• Proficient in CAD and engineering software.
• Knowledgeable about UK building regulations, highways and drainage design.
• Strong communicator with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support across multiple housing developments.
• Prepare, review, and manage technical drawings, site layouts, and infrastructure designs.
• Liaise with local authorities, utility providers, and consultants to secure approvals.
• Oversee site investigations, drainage, highways, and structural requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Support project teams with problem-solving and technical expertise.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Our client are one of the UK’s largest residential developers, with a proud reputation for quality, innovation, and community-focused developments. Their Leicester division is expanding, and looking for a talented Engineer to join the team and help shape the future of residential construction in the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support across multiple housing developments.

• Prepare, review, and manage technical drawings, site layouts, and infrastructure designs.

• Liaise with local authorities, utility providers, and consultants to secure approvals.

• Oversee site investigations, drainage, highways, and structural requirements.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

• Support project teams with problem-solving and technical expertise.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

• Experienced in residential or commercial construction projects.

• Skilled in CAD and other engineering software.

• Knowledgeable about UK building regulations, highways, and drainage design.

• A strong communicator with excellent problem-solving skills.

• Motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Whats on offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Company car or car allowance.

• Pension scheme and healthcare options.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• The chance to be part of a supportive team within a leading national house builder.