Senior Engineer/Engineer

Taylor Wimpey Plc

The Role

Overview

Provide engineering support for house development from viability to construction.

Key Responsibilities

  • issue resolution
  • statutory coordination
  • site visits
  • design value
  • planning consent
  • consultant management

Tasks

-Monitor and resolve any CML issues during the construction phase to ensure timely completion of plots. -Co-ordinate and manage statutory bodies such as Highway Authorities, Water Companies & Environment Agency to resolve any engineering issues. -Attend pre tender / pre start / site start / regular site meetings / customer/ meetings / specification reviews and any other relevant meeting as required under the company’s operating framework. -Undertake regular site visits. -Undertaking how to create value from design and the impact of the business of design changes -Work with the project team to add value and secure the best planning consent and engineering solution for the company. -Manage consultants in road, sewer, levels, cut and fill designs, to satisfy planning whilst maintaining the most competitive and practical solution. -Procuring designs and quotes for new utility proposals. -Securing all technical approvals necessary for a competent site start. -Manage consultants in the preparation of foundations and plot drainage. -Co-ordinate and manage external consultants to resolve any further engineering issues.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • cdm
  • engineering degree
  • geotech
  • negotiation
  • tight deadlines

What You Bring

-Extensive experience in engineering issues gained within the housebuilding industry e.g. roads and sewers, foundations, land drainage, utilities, etc. -Fully understand the CDM regulations and demonstrate a working knowledge. -Thorough understanding of technical and regulatory requirements -Ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise -Track record of negotiating successful technical approvals -Engineering related qualification, degree or equivalent. A degree or higher education course which ideally is accredited by the Institution for Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or Institute of Chartered Engineers (ICE). -Established relationships with key enablers in the engineering field -Be capable of preparing initial site designs and constraints plans at an early stage. -IT/Computer literate -Thorough knowledge of assessment of ground conditions for foundation and sub- structure design -Ability to interpret geotechnical and environmental reports and make suitable recommendations -Demonstrate a track record of producing technical site appraisals -Ability to undertake civil engineering design in-house and to manage and assess external designs -Have the ability to interpret geo-technical reports and make recommendations. -Thorough knowledge of remediation techniques and methodology -A high level of proficiency in AutoCad / PDS / Windes / Microdrainage

The Company

About Taylor Wimpey Plc

-Specializes in creating new communities, developing residential and mixed-use projects across the country. -A diverse portfolio includes affordable housing, family homes, and premium developments tailored to various customer needs. -Works with local authorities and communities to design homes that blend seamlessly into their surroundings. -Focuses on sustainable development, emphasizing energy-efficient homes. -Known for delivering homes on time, providing quality and reliability in construction. -Known for excellent customer service, ensuring homes meet the highest standards. -Plays a significant role in the housing sector, influencing the growth and development of the UK property market.

Sector Specialisms

Residential