Residential Infrastructure Design Engineer

MK Consult; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Pension contribution

Ongoing professional development

Clear career progression

Portfolio of residential developments

Job summary

MK Consult is seeking a Design Engineer to join a successful housebuilder, delivering high-quality residential developments from land acquisition to construction. You will coordinate civil and structural engineers, review designs, and ensure compliance with planning conditions and building regulations while driving value through improvements and efficient solutions.

The role offers competitive salary, car allowance, annual bonus, private healthcare and pension, with clear progression

Qualifications

• Experience as Design Engineer or Civil/Infrastructure Engineer in housebuilding/residential development.
• Strong understanding of residential infrastructure design and planning requirements.
• Experience dealing with planning authorities and utility providers.
• Ability to manage multiple developments simultaneously.
• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and managing civil and structural engineering consultants for residential projects.
• Reviewing and approving engineering designs for developments.
• Assisting with site appraisals, feasibility studies and technical due diligence.
• Designing and coordinating roads, sewers, drainage and infrastructure solutions.
• Managing utility enquiries and service diversions.
• Liaising with local authorities and adoption bodies.
• Ensuring designs comply with planning conditions and building regulations.
• Supporting land, technical and construction teams throughout the development process.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities and cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Design Engineer

Civil Engineer

Infrastructure Engineer

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

MK Consult is seeking a Design Engineer to join a successful housebuilder, delivering high-quality residential developments from land acquisition to construction. You will coordinate civil and structural engineers, review designs, and ensure compliance with planning conditions and building regulations while driving value through improvements and efficient solutions.

The role offers competitive salary, car allowance, annual bonus, private healthcare and pension, with clear progression