Fawkes & Reece

Utlilties Engineer

Leeds-Central Station LS1 4DY

Key information

Pay
£40,000 - £50,000
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Remote working
3 days remote
Posted date
17 Jul 2026
Closing date
31 Jul 2026

About this role

Role

Adoptions/Utilities Engineer

Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire

Salary

£40,000/£50,000 + Package

Our client a leading house builder requires a Utilities/Adoptions Engineer to join them on a permanent basis in their Leeds, West Yorkshire office. You'll be working alongside an experienced Engineering team to manages the transition of newly constructed utility/infrastructure (such as sewers, water networks, or highways) within the new build housing sector. Key Responsibilities

  • Review utility infrastructure designs and drawings for compliance
  • Oversee legal agreements and legal bonds for adoption processes (e.g., Section 104, Section 38, and Section 278 agreements).
  • Conduct or review site inspection reports, track maintenance periods, and ensure a smooth handover of assets.

Qualifications

  • Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Previous experience in a developer or consultancy role, specifically managing adoption engineering
  • Proficiency with design and mapping tools like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or GIS
  • Up-to-date knowledge of the Code for Adoptions, Design and Construction Guidance (DCG), and Water UK metrics

For further information, please call Ryan Hayes @ Fawkes & Reece - 01142 130900