At a Glance
- Tasks: Take ownership of residential developments, coordinating engineering packages from land acquisition to construction.
- Company: Established developer with a close-knit technical team near Dartford.
- Benefits: Salary up to £70,000, car allowance, 25 days holiday, and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and site visits across Kent and Sussex.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on quality residential projects while enjoying hands-on responsibilities.
- Qualifications: Experience in residential development, managing multiple projects, and knowledge of engineering agreements.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 £ per year.
Are you a Development Engineer looking for the opportunity to take ownership across multiple residential developments with an established developer? Due to the current postholder relocating, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Development Engineer to join a close knit technical team based near Dartford easily accessible, supporting residential developments across Kent and Sussex.
This is a genuinely hands on role where you'll work closely with the Technical Manager, taking responsibility for coordinating engineering packages from land acquisition through to construction, whilst liaising with consultants, local authorities and highways to keep developments moving.
The Role
- Coordinating structural and civil engineering packages alongside architects and consultants
- Advising on technical constraints and engineering considerations
- Managing Section 38, Section 104 and related highway and drainage agreements
- Preparing and managing tenders for roads, sewers and enabling works
- Liaising with local authorities, statutory bodies and utility providers
- Reviewing technical reports and identifying practical, cost effective engineering solutions
- Supporting multiple residential developments across Kent and Sussex through the technical stages.
About You
We're looking for someone who can hit the ground running. Ideally you'll have experience working for a residential developer or housebuilder and be confident managing multiple live developments simultaneously. You'll have a commercial mindset, understand economical design solutions and enjoy taking ownership rather than requiring constant supervision. Experience with Section 38, Section 104 agreements, highways, drainage and residential infrastructure is highly desirable.
Package
- Salary up to £70,000
- Company car or £5,000 car allowance
- 25 days holiday
- Office based near Dartford with regular site visits across Kent and Sussex
If you're looking for a role where you'll have real responsibility, work within a supportive technical team and play a key part in delivering quality residential developments, I'd love to have a confidential conversation.
Locations
Technisch Productontwikkelaar / Engineer in Dartford, Kent employer: Cobalt Recruitment
Join a dynamic and supportive technical team as a Development Engineer near Dartford, where you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of multiple residential projects across Kent and Sussex. With a competitive salary of up to £70,000, a generous car allowance, and 25 days of holiday, this role offers not only financial benefits but also a collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and development. Embrace the chance to make a meaningful impact in the residential development sector while enjoying the convenience of an easily accessible location.
