Engineering Manager
The company
From day one, Thakeham has been driven by a clear vision: to transform the way people think about new-built developments.
Over 20 years later, that ethos is still very much alive, reflected in our numerous awards and reputation in the sector. Today, Thakeham employs close to 250 people and has a forecasted revenue of £199 million in 2024/25.
An infrastructure-led community creator and strategic land promoter, Thakeham is committed to partnerships, innovation and creating amazing places to live and work. We are industry-leading in sustainability and biodiversity. Every Thakeham home completion will be Net Zero Carbon by 2025 and we were one of the first to introduce Zero Bills homes in partnership with Octopus Energy.
We pride ourselves on our ‘Infrastructure first’ approach, ensuring communities release the benefits of new development at the outset, rather than later in the process. We deliver social, affordable and retirement housing for a wide range of housing associations and local authorities.
People are Thakeham’s most important asset, and this is reflected in the way we operate. We are proud to be listed in the Top 100 Best Large Companies to Work For 2024.
Our people enjoy excellent rewards and working conditions in an exciting and growing business. We offer exciting career opportunities, and are keen to develop, guide and support our employees, regardless of what stage they are in their careers.
We value diversity and encourage people to bring their full authentic selves to work. A Gold Armed Forces Covenant signatory and supporter of armed force’s charity Building Heroes, Thakeham operates a Talent for Development outreach campaign for military veterans and college leavers.
Work and fun should not be mutually exclusive and Thakeham offers a range of social events such as quiz nights, BBQs and all staff parties. We run informal lunch and learns and take on charity challenges such as the Housebuilder Challenge. We encourage people to volunteer in their communities, offering two paid days per year to do so. Where roles allow, our summer hours policy in June, July and August allows people to enjoy longer weekends with their loved ones. A flexible approach to working is available all year round.
At Thakeham we build communities, together.
The department
The Engineering Department co-ordinates and manages the due diligence, reporting, and design of all infrastructure on residential led developments from land acquisition through planning and into delivery.
A unique opportunity for a qualified engineering manager to join a strong internal engineering team. Engineering managers within the department are encouraged to have exposure across the whole business from strategic land and planning, through to detailed design and delivery onsite. It is accepted that candidates often have a preference or more experience in one or the other ends of the industry, such candidates will be considered.
The engineering manager will ensure, while working with wider Thakeham disciplines and across multiple projects at any one time, that all emerging designs, specifications and relevant information, is developed with due regard to quality, cost, time, overall viability and development vision.
The role
The successful candidate will;
- Assist in engineering due diligence of land or build contract opportunities
- Appoint and manage (including design co-ordination & checking, meetings, financial reporting and programme management)
- engineering surveys and investigations required for planning and detailed design (traffic, topography, drainage, soils etc)
- engineering consultants responsible for planning application documentation and consent (transport, flood risk, drainage, soils etc)
- civil engineering consultants for detailed design
- Managing by project the engineering programme, costs, fees and budgets
- Managing highways and drainage permits, licences and sectional agreements
- Co-ordinate with dedicated utilities manager and wider design and delivery teams
- Value engineering consultants designs to enhance buildability/commerciality
- Ensuring the company fulfils its obligations under CDM and Health & Safety legislation with regards to engineering
This list is not exhaustive. Tasks will be allocated to reflect increasing levels of development and experience.
The required skills
- HNC/HND/BEng/MEng/CEng in civil engineering
- Sound civil engineering / construction knowledge and competent understanding of legal processes
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD and other design software beneficial
- Working knowledge of appropriate industry regulation and legislation (particularly with regards highways and drainage design and delivery)
- Preferably minimum of 4 years civil engineering experience within residential development sector or consultancy
- Working knowledge of a site environment and appreciation of current construction methods
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages required
- Professional, proactive and self-driven with effective leadership skills
- Very good organisational skills, high attention detail, team player, flexible and experience of a fast paced environment
The benefits
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Car allowance
- Annual holiday allowance 26 days increasing to 27 after 3yrs service and 28 after 5yrs service (plus bank holidays)
- Life assurance
- Private medical insurance
- Health screening
- Pension scheme
- Bonus scheme
- Flexible working hours in a modern office environment / Working from Home Policy
- Excellent development and progression opportunities for the right candidate
- Company Social events
Plus a whole range of other employee benefits that we can tell you all about, our employees are rewarded for their performance, attitude and results.
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We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and treating people fairly. We will treat all job applicants and employees equally regardless of age, race, religious belief, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation or disability. We welcome applicants from all sectors of society and we are committed to promoting an inclusive environment for all.
