Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

Location: Southern Office
Department: Technical / Engineering

A leading house builder is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join its Southern office. This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality residential developments, from land acquisition through to construction and adoption.

As Engineering Manager
, you will take responsibility for all engineering aspects of developments, managing internal teams and external consultants to ensure technical designs are delivered efficiently, accurately, and on time. You will work closely with local authorities, statutory bodies, and contractors to ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing the engineering function within the Southern region.
• Overseeing the design and approval of roads, drainage, levels, and other civil engineering requirements.
• Managing external consultants and ensuring compliance with design standards.
• Providing technical advice during land acquisition and planning stages.
• Securing timely approvals from highways authorities, water companies, and environmental agencies.
• Supporting site teams with engineering solutions during construction.
• Driving cost-efficiency and value engineering initiatives.

We are looking for a confident and motivated leader with a strong background in civil engineering for residential developments. You will bring both technical expertise and people management skills, ensuring successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or a related discipline).
• Previous experience in house building or civil engineering consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of highway and drainage design, Section 38/104/278/106 processes.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Pension scheme and private healthcare.
• Career development opportunities within a growing business.
• The chance to lead engineering for exciting residential projects across the Southern region.

Apply today and take the next step in your career as an Engineering Manager
.