Adoptions Engineer
Job Title: Adoptions Engineer
Location: Peterborough
Why Join Persimmon Homes?
We’re one of the UK’s largest and most established housebuilders—FTSE 100 listed, with 29 regional offices and thousands of quality homes built every year.
When you join us as an Adoptions Engineer, you’ll benefit from:
- Competitive salary & discretionary bonus
- Work for a 5-star rated homebuilder backed by decades of success - Be part of a company that consistently delivers quality homes and outstanding customer satisfaction
- Real career progression with support towards internal and external training
- Free parking & hybrid working
- Contributory Pension
- Private healthcare & Life Assurance
- Employee Benefits Platform - giving you access to high-street discounts, wellbeing support, and more
- Committed to diversity, inclusion, and empowering your development
The Role:
As an Adoptions Engineer you’ll support the Engineering team and manage the successful adoption of roads, sewers, and open spaces. You’ll act as a key liaison with local authorities, management companies, and consultants, ensuring a smooth and timely adoption process.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Adoptions Engineer or a professional seeking to step into this specialised area within civil engineering.
What you’ll do as an Adoptions Engineer:
- Coordinate technical approvals and agreements (S38, S104, S106, S278)
• Manage communication with local highways/drainage authorities
• Oversee transfer of public spaces and ensure compliance with policy
• Assist with value engineering and technical document review
• Track adoption timelines and bond liabilities
What We’re Looking For:
- HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Knowledge of road and sewer adoption legislation and practices
• Strong technical and AutoCAD skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• A team player who can also work independently
Apply today as an Adoptions Engineer and use your technical skills to support community development.
