Senior Civil Engineer

Senior Civil Engineer – Lead Pre‑Planning Drainage Projects

Shape the Future of Drainage Infrastructure

Are you a Civil Engineer with a strong drainage background looking to take ownership of projects from the earliest stages of development? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consultancy where you will lead pre‑planning drainage strategies, influence project outcomes, and deliver high‑quality schemes from concept through to approval.

My client is a well‑established engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to strengthen their drainage team and support the delivery of complex development projects.

• Leading pre‑planning drainage strategies and designs for development projects.
• Managing and delivering drainage schemes from inception through to completion.
• Producing drainage assessments, calculations, and technical reports.
• Using Flow software to undertake hydraulic modelling and drainage design.
• Developing sustainable drainage solutions in line with industry standards and local authority requirements.
• Liaising with clients, planning authorities, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Providing technical guidance and leadership to project teams.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

• Experience working as a Civil Engineer with a strong drainage design background.
• Proven experience delivering pre‑planning drainage solutions.
• Proficiency in Flow software.
• Experience leading projects and delivering schemes independently.
• Strong understanding of drainage design principles, SuDS, and relevant industry standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

• £50,000 – £60,000 per year dependent on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Pension scheme.
• Annual leave entitlement.
• Professional membership support.
• Flexible working arrangements where applicable.

This Senior Civil Engineer opportunity offers genuine career progression within a growing and supportive business. You will have the opportunity to further develop your technical expertise, lead increasingly complex projects, and progress your career within a collaborative environment.