Engineering Manager

About The Role

As an Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for all of the engineering design stages of each project. From proposal to completion, you will own the entire scope of work, manage all client relationships including liaising with external stakeholders and take responsibility for the overall success of multiple projects. You will support multiple teams across the business, effectively communicating technical advice to assist where required throughout the development process. Experience of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD skills are essential as the successful candidate will be required to fully review all engineering drawings required for residential development sites.

Other key duties will include:

• Responsible for managing technical consents and ensuring approvals align with business requirements.
• Responsible for managing all engineering designs. Identifying any constraints or risks.
• Carry out due diligence on designs to ensure commercially efficient and compliant with both technical and Cala standards. Responsible for all development service requirements and appointing utility contractors.
• Ensure the appropriate servitudes and wayleaves are progressed.
• Support groundworker tenders and ensure all allowances are made within the bill.
• Manage internal stakeholders to successfully deliver engineering requirements on time. Strong communication skill are key to effectively communicate clear and concise information and keep your colleagues up to date.
• Manage all engineering risks and input into CDM, risk register and temporary works register.
• Appointment of external engineering and associated development consultants. Be willing to assist and develop those around you as we pride ourselves on developing early talent.

About You

Experience in housebuilding is preferable from an office or site background with knowledge in both civil engineering and utilities, structural engineering would also be preferable. Ideally, you will hold a BSc in Civil Engineering (or equivalent), and have a keen interest and knowledge of industry innovations and engineering solutions. A full understanding of managing utility service companies, obtaining quotes for new supplies and diversions etc., is a prerequisite for this role. In addition, you should have a good understanding of the Local Highway Authority processes with regard to highway works and adoptions, and preferably have an existing relationship with local engineers in the highways and drainage departments.

We recognise that a diverse team makes us a stronger and more successful company. We value different ideas and perspectives as it helps improve our decision-making, products and services. And we’re striving to create an inclusive work environment, in which everyone can feel comfortable as themselves, uniquely contribute and do their best work. If we need to adjust anything in our recruitment process to support you, please contact [email protected]

About Us

The Cala Group is a major UK housebuilder and leading provider of desirable new homes across Scotland, the South of England & Midlands. Driven by a mission to create vibrant and sustainable new communities, our homes are characterised by exceptional design and sector-leading build quality, and we have a passion for providing our customers with a great home buying experience. This is an exciting time to be at Cala. Our approach to sustainability and technology is undergoing a dramatic transformation, and we’re aiming to create an industry-leading experience for both our staff and customers. At Cala, you can expect to be part of an environment which allows you to do meaningful work, while offering opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to be the favoured employer in our industry and beyond. We encourage applications from those who want to be part of a culture where they can thrive, feel a sense of belonging and be comfortable being themselves at work.