Engineering Manager ( Housing Development)

  • DK recruitment
  • Exeter, Devon
  • Oct 18, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Engineering Manager (Housing Development)

Location: South West

Salary: £68,000+ 6,500 car allowance + bonus

Are you an experienced Engineer or Engineering Manager ready to lead exciting residential developments? Join a growing housing development team in the South West as an Engineering Manager and make a real impact.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead engineering for new developments, working closely with internal teams and external consultants.
  • Produce site feasibilities, drainage strategies, foundations, and structural solutions that are practical, cost-effective, and compliant.
  • Manage consultants through all stages, from land bids and planning to working drawings.
  • Review designs to ensure buildability, value engineering, and efficiency.
  • Attend planning, pre-tender, and pre-start meetings.
  • Collaborate with site teams and department heads to ensure projects are delivered successfully.

What We're Looking For

  • Engineering/construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree)
  • Experience in geotechnical reports, drainage strategies, highways design, and foundations
  • Working knowledge of housing development, preferably working directly for a housing developer
  • Strong organisational skills, self-motivated, and proactive.
  • IT-savvy (Word, Excel, Outlook) with a full driving licence.
  • Hands-on, positive, and professional approach with excellent communication skills.

What's On Offer:

  • Competitive salary plus car allowance or hybrid/electric car scheme
  • Annual bonus
  • 24-28 days holiday
  • Pension and employee discount schemes