Engineering Manager

2 days ago

Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Probus Recruitment Full time £68,000 - £100,000 per year

Job Title:
Engineering Manager – Major Housing & Infrastructure Projects

Location:
Exeter & South West Region

Salary:
Up to £68,000 + £7,565 Car Allowance + 20% Bonus + Benefits

Working Hours:
Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm (option to finish at 3:45pm Fridays with adjusted lunch)

Hybrid Working:
1 day per week working from home

Are you an experienced Engineering Manager looking to lead the technical planning and pre-development of complex housing and civil infrastructure schemes? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your ideas and expertise make a tangible difference? If so, this could be your next great move.

About the Company:

We are recruiting on behalf of a respected and privately owned housebuilder with over 50 years of success and continued growth across the South West. With a commitment to building sustainable communities and delivering high-quality homes, they are a business where careers thrive and contributions are recognised.

The Role:

As Engineering Manager, you will lead on the technical planning and design coordination for new housing developments. From feasibility and bid stage to planning and delivery, you'll be responsible for ensuring all civil engineering elements are cost-effective, buildable, and delivered on time.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead engineering input across multiple housing development sites
  • Produce technical reports and feasibility studies for land bids and acquisitions
  • Oversee drainage strategies, foundation requirements, cut & fill assessments, highways, and utilities
  • Manage external engineering consultants from bid through to detailed design and delivery
  • Coordinate with internal teams (land, planning, build, sales, commercial) to ensure alignment
  • Review site infrastructure designs for value engineering and buildability
  • Apply for utility supply connections/diversions and liaise with external agencies
  • Contribute to pre-development programmes and ensure all surveys and assessments are complete
  • Attend planning, pre-tender, and pre-start meetings
  • Provide technical support to site staff during construction

Required Skills & Experience:

  • HNC/HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or related construction field
  • Experience managing engineering design on housing developments, particularly early-stage planning
  • Strong knowledge of geotechnical, drainage, highways, utilities, and substation design
  • Ability to interpret and critique consultant designs for efficiency and practicality
  • Understanding of S98 sewer requisitions and relevant UK building regulations
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Full UK driving licence

Salary & Benefits Package:

  • Up to £68,000 salary (DOE)
  • £7,565 car allowance
  • 20% annual bonus
  • 24 days holiday (rising to 28 with service) plus bank holidays
  • Pension scheme (employee and company contributions)
  • Hybrid & Electric Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
  • Employee discount scheme & assistance programme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Life insurance & company sick pay
  • Annual volunteering day

Working Culture:

You'll be part of a team that celebrates wins, values collaboration, and encourages career development. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance and flexible working, this is a place where you can grow, lead, and make a real impact.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the role for you, please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

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