Engineer (Construction)

Engineer (Construction) Exeter – Hybrid working Permanent £55,000-£70,000 Sphere solutions are working with a national housebuilder to recruit a Construction Engineer who will manage the design of infrastructure and groundwork packages for residential developments. Your main responsibilities will include and not be limited to; * Arranging and managing service enquiries for new developments, ensuring timely payments for required utilities. * Oversee designs produced by external consulting engineers, covering foundations, estate roads, sewers and Section 38, 104 and 278 works. * Secure and manage adoption agreements (S38, S104, S278), ensuring bonds are set up, reduced and closed on time. * Input into structural designs for superstructure elements. * Review consultant designs to ensure value engineering, accuracy and compliance with regulations. * Work closely with the Technical Team and wider business to support the discharge of planning conditions and building regulations. What we’re looking for: * Experience in a similar role with a housing developer * Strong knowledge of estate road and sewer construction & inspection * Understanding of Highway and Water Industry standards * Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills * Construction related qualifications (Degree/HND/HNC) desirable Benefits * Competitive salary and bonus scheme * Private medical cover (single cover) * Company car or cash allowance * Annual medical health assessment * 26 days’ holiday (increasing with service to 29 days) * Flexible benefits options Please follow the below instructions to apply or call Jo or Cat for an informal chat on (phone number removed). Our Commitment to Inclusion As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background