Engineer – Renfrewshire

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive with benefits

Are you an Engineer based in Renfrewshire and considering your next career move?

We’re excited to be representing one of the most respected and recognisable names in the UK housebuilding industry as they add a key Engineer to their growing technical team.

With a strong national reputation, a robust development pipeline and ambitious plans for future growth, this is an excellent time to join and make a real impact across major private developments in the region.

The Role:

As Engineer, you will provide essential technical support across the business, ensuring developments progress smoothly from land acquisition through to construction. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of high-quality residential projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with Land and Commercial teams to ensure seamless information flow.
• Prepare detailed site viability reports aligned with current residential development regulations.
• Review drawings and technical details for accuracy, compliance and commercial suitability.
• Liaise with external consultants, ensuring all deadlines and technical requirements are met.
• Secure statutory approvals for Engineering Design and Ground Investigation.
• Attend site visits and project meetings to identify and resolve emerging technical issues.
• Participate in design meetings with highways authorities and planners to establish council requirements.
• Lead on tender and pre-start engineering documentation, assessing viability of each project.
• Monitor and integrate upcoming regulatory changes into future plans and designs.
• Support the Engineering Manager in obtaining fee proposals from specialist consultants.
• Provide ongoing technical and administrative support to on-site teams.
• Ensure technical approvals are obtained in line with programmed site start dates.
• Work with the Central Design Team to develop new products and research build systems that support future legislation and market trends.

What we’re looking for:

We’d love to hear from experienced Engineers who:

• Enjoy working collaboratively across multiple departments and external stakeholders.
• Have exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical capability.
• Are comfortable using engineering software such as AutoCAD, PDS, and Microdrainage.
• Thrive in an environment where they can contribute ideas, innovate, and help shape future developments.

We are looking to hear from individuals who enjoy working collaboratively with all stakeholders and have a keen eye for detail.

If you’re ready for the next step in your engineering career, we’d love to speak with you.

Contact Samantha on 01738 317327 to find out more.

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