National Group Engineering Lead – Housing Development

GLEESON DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gleeson Homes is seeking a Group Engineering Manager to shape the engineering strategy for national developments. You will lead the Group Technical function, guide land opportunities, and drive engineering excellence across the business.

You will advise senior stakeholders, manage consultants, and ensure temporary works compliance while delivering robust solutions for development delivery and risk management.

Qualifications

• A relevant engineering qualification or extensive engineering development experience.
• Strong understanding of the residential development process from land acquisition through to delivery.
• Experience managing consultants and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent knowledge of Temporary Works legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience creating and managing programmes, including critical path planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering aspects of the Group Technical function.
• Oversee and continuously improve Temporary Works procedures to ensure legal compliance.
• Coordinate with Regional teams to ensure adherence to processes and standards.
• Provide technical assessments, advice, and practical solutions for land acquisition and development.
• Identify risks and opportunities, delivering clear recommendations for decision-making.
• Support land bids and investment decisions with engineering insight.
• Review technical constraints, infrastructure needs, and site viability considerations.
• Manage external engineering consultants and ensure timely, within-budget delivery.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Stakeholder management

Technical leadership

Residential development understanding

Temporary works compliance

Risk management

Project management

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Gleeson Homes is seeking a Group Engineering Manager to shape the engineering strategy for national developments. You will lead the Group Technical function, guide land opportunities, and drive engineering excellence across the business.

You will advise senior stakeholders, manage consultants, and ensure temporary works compliance while delivering robust solutions for development delivery and risk management.