Civil ​/ Environmental Engineer (Drainage​/Flooding

Position: Civil / Environmental Engineer (Drainage/Flooding)
Civil / Environmental Engineer (Flooding / Drainage) | Belfast Vickerstock are pleased to be partnering with a globally recognised multidisciplinary consultancy delivering innovative solutions across the built environment, infrastructure and environmental sectors. As the business continues to deliver a strong pipeline of development and infrastructure projects, they are seeking a Flood Risk / Drainage Engineer to join their Belfast team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer with a background in drainage design, flood risk assessment or sustainable water management to join an established technical team, working on a diverse range of projects across residential, industrial, retail, commercial and mixed-use developments.

Why this opportunity?

Join a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong presence across the UK and Ireland Work within an experienced flood and drainage team delivering projects across multiple sectors

Gain exposure to a varied portfolio of development and infrastructure schemes

Develop your technical expertise across drainage design, flood risk and sustainable development solutions

Work collaboratively alongside engineers, environmental specialists, planners and wider technical teams

Be part of a supportive environment where technical knowledge and professional development are encouraged

Your new role as Flood Risk / Drainage Engineer Working within the flood and drainage team in Belfast, you will support the delivery of technical solutions for a wide range of development projects. You will be involved in both design delivery and technical reporting, working closely with clients, project teams and stakeholders.

You will be responsible for:

Producing drainage designs to support planning applications and construction projects across residential, industrial, retail and mixed-use developments

Preparing technical reports, assessments and supporting documentation for planning and regulatory submissions

Undertaking flood risk assessments and supporting the development of flood mitigation solutions

Developing sustainable drainage solutions (SuDS) and drainage strategies in line with project requirements

Preparing technical calculations, drawings and design information

Liaising with clients, local authorities, contractors and multidisciplinary project teams

Supporting projects from initial feasibility through to detailed design and construction stages

Contributing to the delivery of innovative and sustainable engineering solutions

What you will need to succeed as Flood Risk / Drainage Engineer To be considered for this opportunity, you should demonstrate:

Technical experience:

A degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geography, Hydrology or a related discipline

Experience delivering drainage design, flood risk assessments or related water management projects

Approximately 5 years' post-graduate experience preferred, although candidates with strong relevant experience will be considered

Experience preparing technical reports and supporting planning or construction submissions

Good understanding of drainage principles, flood risk management and sustainable development solutions

Experience with relevant design software packages would be advantageous

Additional requirements:

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage technical outputs and meet project deadlinesA collaborative approach with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teamsA proactive attitude with an interest in developing technical expertise

What's in it for you? In return, you can expect:

A competitive salary package depending on experience

The opportunity to join one of the world's leading engineering and environmental consultancies

Exposure to a diverse portfolio of development and infrastructure projects

The opportunity to work alongside experienced flood risk, drainage and environmental specialists

Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progressionA supportive and collaborative working environment

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or similar flood risk, drainage and civil engineering roles across Northern Ireland and Ireland, please contact Brian Mitchell at Vickerstock Recruitment.

Discipline(s):
Construction Job type:
Permanent