Engineer in Milton

Engineer, Housebuilding
Location: Glasgow
Employment: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive & Package

Are you and experienced Engineer ready to step into a role where your ideas actually shape developments, not just tick boxes?

At Pettigrew Recruitment, were working with a highly regarded housebuilder who is continuing to invest in their technical team. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Engineer to play a hands-on role across the full lifecycle of residential developments, from early-stage land appraisal right through to delivery on site.

The Role:

Youll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your input is valued, your voice is heard, and your work directly influences the success of each project

Key Responsibilities:

This is a broad, impactful role where no two days look the same. Youll be:

• Supporting projects from concept through to completion, ensuring technical excellence at every stage.
• Producing Engineering Reports to support land acquisition and early-stage decision making.
• Working closely with consultants to drive efficient, practical and cost-effective design solutions.
• Managing risk and opportunity across projects, keeping appraisals and registers up to date.
• Attending and contributing to technical and site meetings, ensuring actions are delivered.
• Navigating statutory approvals and ensuring programmes stay on track.
• Monitoring planning conditions and legal agreements to ensure full compliance.
• Reviewing civils and structural designs, challenging where needed to achieve the best outcomes.
• Supporting wider business functions with engineering and utilities expertise when required.

What were looking for:

Were looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, thinking creatively, and working as part of a team:

• Around 45 years experience within a housebuilder or engineering consultancy environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering design within residential development.
• Experience working with local authorities, SEPA and Scottish Water would be advantageous.
• Confident communicator, able to translate technical detail clearly.
• Proactive, organised and solutions-focused in your approach.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• BSc in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Previous experience working directly for a housebuilder.

Why this role?

This is more than just another engineering role. Its a chance to:

• Have real influence across projects, not just a narrow scope.
• Work within a genuinely collaborative and supportive team.
• Develop your technical expertise across the full development lifecycle.
• Be part of a business delivering high-quality, well-considered residential schemes.

If youre ready for a role where you can make a tangible impact and progress your career, wed love to have a chat.

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