Senior Engineer - Developer

Strata Construction Consulting; Newbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing developer in Reading seeks an experienced Senior Engineer to manage the engineering design of diverse residential projects. Responsibilities include overseeing consultants, ensuring compliance, and supporting site delivery. The ideal candidate has a degree in Civil Engineering and strong residential development experience. Join this innovative company dedicated to shaping communities and offering career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Strong experience in highways, drainage, utilities, and earthworks design.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the engineering design from land acquisition to site completion.
• Oversee external consultants and ensure compliance with standards.
• Liaise with authorities and contractors for project approvals.
• Support delivery team with engineering solutions on-site.
• Mentor junior engineers within the team.

Skills

Residential development experience

Project management skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Engineer – Housing Developer Southern Office

Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: Competitive, plus excellent benefits

At this award winning 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 Southern 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 now and help us shape the communities of tomorrow.

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