Engineering Manager
hace 3 días
Exeter
RGB Recruitment Ltd – Exeter, England, United Kingdom We are seeking a skilled and detail‑oriented Engineering Manager to join the team. This role plays a critical part in assessing the viability of new developments, producing comprehensive technical reports, and guiding the engineering strategy from site feasibility through to planning and technical approvals. • Assess potential land acquisitions, including site visits, to develop detailed technical reports and cost‑engineered solutions., • Produce engineering site feasibilities and constraint plans in collaboration with internal departments and external consultants/agencies., • Contribute to land bids and acquisition packs by providing infrastructure, drainage, foundation, and utilities assessments., • Interpret and apply geotechnical reports, drainage strategies, and highway designs with a clear understanding of foundation and structural engineering principles., • Coordinate sewer requisitions (S98) and ensure strategies are compliant and efficient., • Manage external consultants throughout all design stages – from bid through to planning and site working drawings., • Review and value‑engineer road, sewer, and external works designs, focusing on buildability and cost‑effectiveness., • Analyse engineering data (e.g., levels, cut‑and‑fill plans) to minimise cart‑away and import, ensuring optimal design efficiency., • Manage utility supply and diversion strategies, including obtaining and reviewing quotes, ensuring all costs and requirements are accounted for in early project phases., • Attend planning, pre‑tender, and pre‑start meetings to provide technical input and support., • Assist in coordinating pre‑commencement works and surveys to meet project deadlines and start dates., • Strong background in civil engineering or a related discipline., • Proven experience in residential or mixed‑use development projects., • In‑depth understanding of geotechnical, drainage, highways, and utility infrastructure., • Demonstrated experience managing external consultants and engineering design processes., • Knowledge of UK planning and sewer requisition (S98) processes., • Proficient in reviewing engineering drawings, levels, cut‑and‑fill assessments, and value engineering principles., • Excellent communication and coordination skills., • Degree in Civil Engineering or similar field., • Chartered or working towards chartership (ICE or equivalent)., • Experience working for a housebuilder, contractor or consultancy. The client is open to time‑served experienced individuals who have worked as an engineering manager, development engineer or similar, or potentially a more junior candidate such as a technical coordinator with an engineering degree, where support and guidance can be provided. A competitive salary is on offer plus benefits package, a good mix of office, site and working from home. Apply today or contact Abi Mennell at RGB Recruitment for more information. Associate Full‑time Design, Engineering, and Project Management #J-18808-Ljbffr