Technical Manager

Elvet Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Engineering/Technical Manager to oversee both office-based and site-based responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in civil engineering and earthworks, along with strong technical and leadership skills. The salary starts at £55,000, with additional benefits like a company car and private healthcare. This is a permanent position.

Benefits

Company car

Pension

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience in civil engineering and earthworks.
• Strong technical analysis and ground modelling expertise.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the coordination of engineering inputs across a range of projects.
• Direct and oversee the technical aspects of earthworks activities on site.
• Plan and allocate engineering resources while assisting in the development of RAMS documentation.

Skills

Civil engineering

Earthworks

Technical analysis

Communication

Team leadership

Job description

Overview

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting an Engineering/Technical Manager on behalf of a longstanding civil engineering contractor to work on various projects across the North East. This role would suit a Senior Engineer from an Earthworks background looking to step up into a management position, or someone in a similar role seeking a move to a new business.

Role Overview

This position offers an even split between office-based and site-based responsibilities, providing a dynamic mix of strategic planning and hands-on technical oversight. You will play a key role in supporting the Contracts Management team with ground modelling, volume calculations, and engineering analysis, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

Office-based responsibilities

• Oversee the coordination of engineering inputs across a range of projects
• Analyse technical documents to assess potential challenges and opportunities
• Produce ground models and carry out volume assessments
• Contribute to the preparation of pricing strategies, tenders, and cost estimates
• Plan and allocate engineering resources while assisting in the development of RAMS documentation

Site-based responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the technical aspects of earthworks activities on site
• Foster effective collaboration with clients, subcontractors, and project teams
• Uphold strict adherence to design specifications, quality benchmarks, and safety protocols
• Track on-site progress, identifying issues early and providing clear, timely updates

Required experience

• Proven experience in civil engineering and earthworks
• Strong technical analysis and ground modelling expertise
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills
• A proactive approach to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to mentor junior engineers

On offer

Salary from £55,000 (depending on experience) plus an attractive benefits package inclusive of company car, pension, and private healthcare.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment.