Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join our preconstruction team and lead all engineering and design coordination activities. The Engineering Manager will oversee internal design teams, external consultants, and client relationships while providing technical leadership to support operational delivery.

Based at our Head Office in Glasgow, this Engineering Manager position offers flexible working arrangements and covers projects across Scotland, with occasional travel throughout the UK. Reporting to the Preconstruction Director, the Engineering Manager will manage and deliver all design activities across both preconstruction and construction stages.

Location: Office based with site visits across Scotland

Hours: 44 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering Management

Manage design, engineering, and CAD personnel within the department

Coordinate workloads to ensure timely completion of projects

Manage permanent and temporary works design within agreed timelines and budgets

Report weekly on design workload and progress to senior management

Maintain accurate design records and documentation

Undertake internal team audits

Ensure design processes are managed through Viewpoint for Projects

Ensure CDM, Health & Safety, and Environmental regulations are followed

Technical Leadership

Provide technical advice and engineering guidance to internal teams and project stakeholders

Develop value engineered alternative solutions during preconstruction and construction phases

Review complex or unusual method statements

Review defects or compensation events and advise on technical solutions

Assist with implementation of ISO 19650 standards

Administrative & Preconstruction Support

Assist with approval and management of external suppliers

Support development and maintenance of technical design procedures and standards

Obtain or provide pricing information to support estimating activities

General Responsibilities

Liaise with customers, suppliers, and third parties as required

Promote engineering best practice internally

Support business development and maintain strong customer relationships

Skills & Qualifications

Chartered Civil Engineer with minimum 10 years’ experience

Current relevant CSCS card preferred

Extensive experience within the civil engineering sector

Strong background in permanent and temporary works design, including CAD

Working knowledge of relevant industry specifications and approvals processes

Proven knowledge of engineering management, construction processes, and technical design delivery

Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and mentor teams

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to identify risks and opportunities within project design

Capable of independent decision-making and managing multiple priorities

Combination of site and design office experience preferred