Major Projects Engineer

Salary £60,000.00 - £66,600.00 (depending on experience) + 10% performance bonus

Working Location: Home based/London office based

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent/secondment

Job Summary: As a member of a multi-disciplinary professional team, lead the engineering assessment of technical risks by the application of expert knowledge and understanding of NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, codes and national/European standards to complex, high risk and high value new build and conversion projects in London (and other major conurbations, as required). Deliver an efficient and effective service on Warranty and Building Control jobs in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure NHBC, customer and statutory requirements are met. Assist in the management of the Major Projects team and the provision of management information. Promote NHBC’s business objectives, manage customer relationships and assist in the acquisition and retention of major customers and/or large and complex projects.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the engineering assessment of technical risk on complex, high-value new build and conversion projects
• Provide expert advice on structural, geotechnical and land quality matters to developers and design teams
• Ensure compliance with NHBC Standards, Building Regulations and relevant industry codes
• Review and manage the checking of design details and technical submissions
• Carry out site inspections and support project teams in managing engineering risk
• Provide technical guidance to inspectors, surveyors and wider operational teams
• Contribute to quality assurance through peer reviews and monitoring activities
• Manage workload effectively to meet SLAs and deliver a high-quality service
• Maintain compliance with health, safety and internal procedures
• Support the Major Projects team, including deputising for senior leadership when required
• Assist with reporting, and support training, coaching and mentoring of colleagues
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, providing clear technical guidance
• Resolve issues and manage stakeholder expectations effectively
• Represent the organisation at industry events, seminars and working groups
• Deliver technical presentations to internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute to business growth by promoting services and identifying improvement opportunities

What We’re Looking For:

• Extensive relevant design experience in the buildings sector
• Proven ability to make pragmatic and value decisions on compliance with Building Regulations and NHBC standards
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with appropriate interpersonal and presentational skills
• IT literate with the ability to use a range of software programs
• Able to work with minimum of supervision in line with established policies and procedures
• Ability to innovate and seek solutions
• In depth knowledge and understanding of all aspects of superstructure and foundation design with regard to building structures
• Thorough knowledge of ground conditions and ground investigation techniques with regard to building structures
• Chartered membership of an appropriate professional institution
• Full driving licence

What We Offer:

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
• Life assurance
• Subsidised private medical insurance
• Employee discounts platform
• Two days volunteer leave
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents
• Many more

Who We Are: At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go-to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners.

Why you should join us: As a modern, family-friendly employer, we’re in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We’re seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. Once onboard, you’ll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You’ll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey. We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we’re always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements.

Our Inclusive Culture: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing. We are a Disability Confident organisation committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. Our first step is to review applications to ensure candidates meet the essential criteria for the role. We assess skills, experience, and potential objectively, and provide support or reasonable adjustments where needed. Candidates who meet the criteria will progress to the next stage.