Senior Civil Engineer

Job description

Senior Engineer

Location: Northampton

Salary: £75,000 + Benefits

The Opportunity

A well-established, privately owned housebuilder based in Northampton is looking for an experienced Senior Engineer to join their technical team. This is a role with genuine people management responsibility. You'll line manage two Engineers and a Graduate Engineer, supporting their development while taking the lead on the technical delivery of the company's live sites.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants a step up into leadership without moving to a huge corporate structure, you'll have real influence over how the technical function runs day to day.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering design and delivery across a portfolio of live sites
• Lead the preparation and negotiation of Section Agreements (S38, S104, S278) and manage sites through to adoption
• Line manage and mentor two Engineers and a Graduate Engineer, supporting their technical and professional development
• Review and approve technical design packages produced by external consultants
• Ensure all designs and site delivery comply with NHBC Standards and current Building Regulations
• Liaise directly with Local Authorities, Highway Authorities, and statutory undertakers
• Provide hands-on technical support to site teams to resolve issues during construction

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Solid experience as a Senior/Principal Engineer within residential housebuilding
• Strong working knowledge of Section Agreements and the adoption process
• Experience managing, mentoring, or supervising junior engineers
• Comfortable working within a smaller, privately owned business structure

Desirable:

• Degree in Civil Engineering
• Experience with AutoCAD/Civils 3D

What's On Offer

• £75,000 salary
• Genuine line management responsibility and career progression
• A close-knit team within a stable, privately owned business
• Pension and benefits package
• Real influence over the technical department's direction

If you're ready to step into a senior role with genuine leadership responsibility, apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential chat.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English