Overview

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Hopkins Homes are an ambitious, customer focused housebuilder that put people and the planet at the heart of everything we do. We're dedicated to delivering the best possible standards in design, build quality, and service for our customers. We’re looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals who will share this passion, to join our team.

Our benefits package includes:

• Annual bonus
• Enhanced Company Pension Scheme
• 26 days holiday with additional bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme

Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist in the review of layouts and technical reports for Land Appraisals; and required working drawings
• Complete the ‘Technical’ items under the new site due-diligence checklist for any new site acquisition – from speculative open market sites to strategic land
• Obtain a full range of surveys including topographical surveys, underground service reports, asbestos, condition, site investigation, contamination assessments, structural surveys, party walls, ecological and other enquiries including budget quotes, costs and dealing with consultants and utilities providers
• Brief engineering consultants on scope of design, which includes roads, sewers, private drainage, retaining walls, external levels, foundation designs and any other substructures below DPC level either private or adopted
• Initial negotiations/enquiries with statutory bodies and utility undertakers on environmental, drainage, highways and other engineering issues when appraising land
• Coordinate and procure the provision of utility infrastructure and utility diversions to input into the land appraisal
• Oversee the design and detailing carried out by externally appointed Consulting Engineers responsible for providing designs for new estate roads and sewers, including Section 38, 104 and S278 Agreements
• Secure adoption agreements; S38, S104 and S278 to suit the development programme
• Liaise with other departments from Land & Planning, Commercial and Sales to ensure that new site acquisition appraisals are as detailed as possible with all site risks and abnormals highlighted
• Liaise with other Technical Team members to appoint upfront consultants under due-diligence scope of works to ensure full coordination within the department
• Lead on internal department handover meetings to allow for the commencement of a full working drawing pack and assist the Development Manager with any engineered items that may be outstanding
• Lead and chair monthly meetings with local Highways Authorities / LLFAs to maintain a strong working relationship
• Maintain Scope of Services and regularly interview external engineering consultants to ensure a consistent approach to Pre-Development work
• Maintain the pre-development folder on the Shared Drive and drawing management system, ensuring information and outputs are saved
• Seek the discharge of building regulations and planning conditions in coordination with other Technical Team members
• Comply with responsibilities as laid down in the Group’s Health, Safety and Environment Policy
• Assist with site adoption requirements such as S278, S38, S104, Deed of Grants, Pump Stations, POS and Management Company areas that are to remain private
• Undertake regular site visits

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Previous experience in a similar role within the residential development or civil engineering consultancy
• Knowledge of UK planning and regulatory frameworks relevant to engineering and infrastructure delivery
• Familiarity with interpreting site investigation reports, utility plans, and topographical data
• Understanding of infrastructure design including highways, drainage, and earthworks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of AutoCAD; knowledge of MicroDrainage is advantageous
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Effective communicator with good interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical expertise in residential engineering

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Industry

• Construction and Building Construction

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