Engineering Manager

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A national construction company based in Swindon is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the engineering function. The successful applicant will incorporate innovative designs and technology into projects while ensuring that deliverables meet high engineering standards. The role requires a Chartered Engineer with substantial experience in construction and design, along with the ability to manage and develop engineering teams. This position offers a competitive salary along with various benefits including a car allowance and exceptional career development opportunities.

Benefits

Exceptional Career Development Opportunities

Company Car / Car Allowance

Pension matched up to 8%

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Free 24/7 EAP

Qualifications

• Must be a Chartered Engineer or similar approved by the Head of Technical Services.
• Will have both substantial construction and design experience.
• Ability to deputise for the Project Manager if required.
• Understand the Principal Designer Duties.

Responsibilities

• Lead management of engineering function in the sector / region.
• Incorporate innovative designs and technology into projects.
• Be responsible for vetting pre-qualifications and tenders for technical risk.
• Ensure projects deliver the highest levels of technical expertise and quality.
• Help recruit, develop, and retain talented engineers.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Substantial construction experience

Design experience

Ability to deputise for Project Manager

Understanding of Principal Designer Duties

Job description

MB873 : Engineering Manager

Location : Swindon

Salary : £80,000 - £110,000 + £6,325 car allowance

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car / Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave – plus holiday (opportunity to buy / sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24 / 7 EAP

Overview

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Engineering Manager on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead management of engineering function in the sector / region.
• To incorporate innovative alternative designs, engineering methods and the latest technology into sector bids / projects offering the best possible value engineering solutions.
• To be responsible for vetting pre-qualifications and tenders in allotted sectors for technical risk, to make it known to the bid team and Director and ensure that appropriate action is taken to mitigate the risk.
• To ensure that projects deliver the contracted engineering requirements using the highest levels of technical expertise, efficiency and quality.
• To help build the right environment so that we can recruit, develop, encourage and retain talented engineers to fulfil the present and future needs of the business.
• To promote the companies' vision and culture to present to future clients.
• Ensure through their engineering teams and that all engineering process and procedures are implemented.
• Provide the lead assurance role in design, construction, commissioning and handover for the projects under their responsibility.
• Provide technical advice and direct help to the sector leader, our clients and contracts, including input into the preparation of sector bids and submissions.
• Provide line management to all design managers working on their projects.
• Review internal procedures and processes (particularly engineering) as required to ensure that they are kept up to date and reflect the latest codes, standards and best practice.
• Promote the latest engineering developments, technology, innovations, methods and best practice in permanent and temporary works ensuring they are considered, developed, communicated and implemented both at bid stage and during construction.
• Any other duties consistent with your status and seniority, as necessary to meet the needs of the Business of the Company.
• Ensure through their project engineering teams that minimum standards of safety, quality and environmental are maintained across the sector. Challenge and change poor practice in safety, quality and engineering procedures.
• Maintain contacts with Consultants, Clients, and other bodies as appropriate to represent the business demonstrating ability to provide best value.
• Assist with the recruitment of engineers, at all levels, for their sector, including interviewing and identifying potential recruits from competitor companies.
• Assist with the training and development of engineers’ in the sector at all levels including the attainment of professional qualifications. Specifically take ownership of the engineering competencies and embed within their sectors.
• Assist with the movement of engineering staff between projects and tenders noting that there will be many transfers of engineers between sectors to ensure appropriate development and experience.
• Build the profile of the business in schools, universities, consultants and other external organisations.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must be a Chartered Engineer or similar approved by the Head of Technical Services.
• Will have both substantial construction and design experience.
• Ability to deputise for the Project Manager if required.
• Understand the Principal Designer Duties.