Senior Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading housing developer in the UK seeks a Senior Engineer to manage the engineering design of housing developments. The role requires expertise in residential projects, strong project management, and effective communication skills. You'll oversee consultants and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, mentoring junior engineers along the way. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Civil Engineer with strong residential development experience.
• Knowledge of highways, drainage, utilities, and earthworks design.
• Experience in Section 38, 104, and 278 agreements.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering design of new housing developments.
• Oversee external consultants and review designs.
• Liaise with local authorities and contractors for approvals.
• Support delivery team with engineering solutions on-site.
• Mentor junior engineers within the team.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Residential development experience

Project management skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Engineer – Housing Developer

Location: Manchester
Salary: Competitive, plus excellent benefits

At this award wiining, housing developer, we pride ourselves on building high-quality homes and communities where people love to live. We’re looking for a Senior Engineer to join our North West region team and play a key role in delivering our ambitious developments.

The Role

As a Senior Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:

• Managing the engineering design of new housing developments, from land acquisition through to site completion.
• Overseeing external consultants, reviewing designs, and ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards.
• Liaising with local authorities, statutory bodies, and contractors to progress approvals and technical agreements.
• Supporting the delivery team with engineering solutions on-site, ensuring developments are safe, efficient, and commercially viable.
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers within the team.

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified Civil Engineer (degree or HNC/HND) with strong residential development experience.
• Knowledge of highways, drainage, utilities, and earthworks design.
• Experience in Section 38, 104, and 278 agreements.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• A proactive problem solver with excellent communication and negotiation skills.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile residential projects.
• Career progression and ongoing professional development within one of the UK’s largest privately-owned housebuilders.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.

👉Apply nowand help us shape the communities of tomorrow.

Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career.