Senior Drainage Engineer

I'm currently recruiting for a Senior Drainage Engineer to join an established civil engineering team based in Liverpool.

This is a hands-on senior engineering position, working across a range of residential developments and large industrial/commercial schemes. You’ll be responsible for delivering drainage design solutions from concept through to detailed design, whilst also providing technical input and acting as a key point of contact for clients.

The role is suited for an experienced drainage engineer who is comfortable working independently, managing their own projects and bringing strong technical knowledge to client meetings.

• Lead drainage designs and delivery of residential and large-scale industrial/commercial developments.
• Produce and review drainage designs, calculations and technical documentation.
• Use Civil 3D, Flow and Site3D to develop and deliver drainage solutions.
• Attend client meetings, providing clear technical advice and confidently communicating design proposals.
• Take ownership of projects and work closely with colleagues across the wider civil engineering team.
• Provide technical guidance and support to more junior members of the team where required.
• Liaise with clients and other project stakeholders to ensure designs meet project requirements, standards and programme.
• Review and resolve technical issues throughout the design process.

• Experienced Drainage Engineer / Senior Drainage Engineer with a strong background in civil engineering consultancy.
• Proven experience delivering drainage design for residential developments and/or large industrial/commercial schemes.
• Strong working knowledge of Civil 3D, Flow and Site3D (or similar, ie. Info Drainage)
• Confident dealing directly with clients and presenting technical information in meetings.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple projects and take ownership of technical delivery.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant degree/HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

• Permanent position with an established and growing engineering team.
• Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of residential and major industrial/commercial developments.
• Strong level of technical responsibility and client exposure.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for continued professional development.
• Strong culture and with a growing office in an already hugely successful company
• Office in the heart of the city just a short walk from Lime Street Station