Overview
Infrastructure Engineer. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Infrastructure and Drainage Engineer to join a growing consultancy team. You will work closely with transport planners, highway engineers, drainage specialists and clients across both public and private sectors to deliver high-quality drainage and surface water management design, assessment, and advice throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities
* Lead the drainage and surface water management design for development, highway, and infrastructure schemes.
* Prepare sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) strategies, hydraulic calculations (1D/2D modelling), flow control, attenuation and outfall design.
* Undertake Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), drainage impact assessments and provide advice on flood mitigation.
* Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams (highways, transport planning, structural, environmental) to integrate drainage with wider infrastructure.
* Produce technical reports, drawings, and specifications using industry-standard software (e.g. MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.).
* Liaise with regulators, local authorities, drainage boards, statutory undertakers, and stakeholders to secure technical approvals or adoptability.
* Quality review of drainage deliverables produced by others.
* Mentor junior engineers and assist in growing internal capability.
* Keep abreast of evolving standards, guidance, legislation (e.g. CIRIA SuDS Manual, National Planning Policy, local drainage standards).
* Contribute to business development including proposals, tender responses and client engagements.
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
* Chartered (CEng) or actively working toward chartership (ICE, CIWEM, etc.) preferred.
* Experience in drainage design, flood risk, and infrastructure projects in the UK.
* Proficient in industry-standard hydraulic modelling tools (e.g. MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage etc.).
* Strong knowledge of UK drainage and flooding policy, guidance and standards.
* Experience submitting drainage designs for adoption by local authorities or drainage bodies.
* Excellent technical writing skills, ability to present complex information clearly.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.
* Proactive problem-solver with attention to detail and commitment to high-quality delivery.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to work on challenging and varied infrastructure and drainage projects across the UK.
* Professional development support (chartership, training, mentoring).
* Flexible working arrangements (e.g. hybrid or remote days).
* Competitive salary and benefits.
* Friendly, collaborative working environment.
* Exposure to business development and client engagement.
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