Engineering Manager

Strata Construction Consulting; Newbury; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housebuilder is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to oversee engineering projects in the Southern region. The role requires a strong background in civil engineering, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with standards. Responsibilities include managing design approvals for roads and drainage, providing technical advice, and leading multiple projects. A competitive salary, benefits package, and career development opportunities within a growing business are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Company car or car allowance

Pension scheme and private healthcare

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in civil engineering for residential developments.
• Experience in housebuilding or civil engineering consultancy.
• Knowledge of highway and drainage design processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering function within the Southern region.
• Oversee design and approval of roads and drainage.
• Manage external consultants to ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Civil engineering knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

Engineering Manager

Location: Southern Office
Department: Technical / Engineering

A leading housebuilder is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join its Southern office. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering high‑quality residential developments, from land acquisition through to construction and adoption.

The Role

As Engineering Manager, you will take responsibility for all engineering aspects of developments, managing internal teams and external consultants to ensure technical designs are delivered efficiently, accurately, and on time. You will work closely with local authorities, statutory bodies and contractors to ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing the engineering function within the Southern region.
• Overseeing the design and approval of roads, drainage, levels and other civil engineering requirements.
• Managing external consultants and ensuring compliance with design standards.
• Providing technical advice during land acquisition and planning stages.
• Securing timely approvals from highways authorities, water companies and environmental agencies.
• Supporting site teams with engineering solutions during construction.
• Driving cost‑efficiency and value engineering initiatives.

About You

We are looking for a confident and motivated leader with a strong background in civil engineering for residential developments. You will bring both technical expertise and people‑management skills, ensuring successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or a related discipline).
• Previous experience in housebuilding or civil engineering consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of highway and drainage design, Section 38/104/278/106 processes.
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Pension scheme and private healthcare.
• Career development opportunities within a growing business.
• The chance to lead engineering for exciting residential projects across the Southern region.

Apply today and take the next step in your career as an Engineering Manager.