Senior Civil Engineer

Job Description Our client, a well-established housebuilder, is looking to appoint a Senior Civil Engineer to strengthen their Technical team.This is a confidential opportunity to play a key role across multiple live housing schemes, overseeing the engineering design and delivery of civil and infrastructure works that support high-quality residential communities.The ideal candidate would come from a Developer or Consultancy background and housebuilding experience, preferably at scale, is a prerequisite.Key Responsibilities:Lead the engineering input for residential projects, covering roads, drainage, utilities, and external works from design through to delivery.Review engineering drawings, specifications and calculations to ensure accuracy and compliance.Manage and coordinate technical submissions to local authorities and statutory bodies (S38, S278, S104, etc.).Act as a key technical interface between consultants, contractors, and internal teams to support the delivery of cost-effective and buildable solutions.Provide senior technical guidance to site teams, supporting the resolution of construction-stage engineering challenges.Track engineering progress, risks, and budgets, contributing to overall project performance.Assist with infrastructure adoption and maintain effective relationships with approving authorities through to completion.Key Skills & Experience:Experience in a senior engineering role working within a Housebuilding, Consultancy, or Civil Engineering environment.Strong technical understanding of infrastructure design, groundworks, and adoption processes.Thorough knowledge of relevant design standards, Building Regulations, and planning processes.Confident in CAD and engineering design software (e.g., Civil 3D or PDS).Well organised with clear communication skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.Ref: 4122MR

Created: 2026-01-18