Assistant Engineer

Job Description

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An established and highly regarded residential developer is looking to appoint an Assistant Engineer to join its technical team.

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This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Civil Engineering graduate or early-career Engineer looking to develop their career within the housebuilding sector. Working alongside experienced Engineers and wider project teams, you’ll gain exposure to the full development lifecycle – from initial land appraisal and technical due diligence through design, construction and final adoption.

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The Role

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You’ll support the technical delivery of residential developments, working closely with engineering consultants, internal departments, utility providers, local authorities and other statutory bodies.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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• Supporting technical reviews and due diligence on potential development sites.

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• Assisting with site investigations, topographical surveys and other technical reports.

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• Supporting external engineering consultants with design development and coordination.

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• Assisting with Road Construction Consent (RCC) and Scottish Water Technical Approval submissions.

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• Supporting planning applications and building warrant submissions.

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• Assisting with the development and review of roads, drainage and infrastructure designs.

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• Monitoring compliance with planning conditions, technical approvals and regulatory requirements.

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• Supporting value engineering exercises to identify practical and cost-effective solutions.

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• Coordinating technical information between consultants, utility providers and internal teams.

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• Assisting with utility designs and applications covering gas, electricity, water, telecoms and street lighting.

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• Helping manage technical risks associated with ground conditions, drainage and infrastructure constraints.

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• Attending project meetings and site visits to develop your understanding of the construction process.

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• Supporting the adoption and vesting process with local authorities and statutory bodies.

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• Working closely with Commercial, Construction and Sales teams to support efficient project delivery.

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About You

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Ideally, you will have:

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• A Degree, HND or HNC in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

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• Previous experience within housebuilding or an engineering consultancy would be advantageous, although candidates at an earlier stage of their career will also be considered.

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• A good understanding of civil engineering principles and construction techniques.

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• Some knowledge of roads, drainage, planning and utility infrastructure.

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• Awareness of CDM regulations and Health & Safety requirements.

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• Strong communication and organisational skills.

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• Good analytical and problem-solving ability.

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• A proactive attitude and genuine willingness to learn and develop.

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• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

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• Knowledge of AutoCAD or similar engineering software would be beneficial.

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• A full UK driving licence is preferred.

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The Opportunity

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This is a strong opportunity to join an established residential developer offering excellent exposure across the technical and engineering aspects of housebuilding.

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You’ll work alongside experienced professionals on live residential developments, providing a solid platform to build your technical knowledge and progress your career within the industry.

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Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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