Graduate Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer / Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer
📍 Bristol | 🕒 Full-time (37.5 hours)
You must have accomodation locally to Bristol and have the right to work in the UK
Are you looking to kick-start or develop your career in flood risk and drainage engineering? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and respected multi-disciplinary civil engineering consultancy with over 35 years of success.
They are seeking either a Graduate Engineer or an experienced Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer to join their friendly Bristol office.
The Role
You'll play a key part in supporting planning applications across a wide range of projects - from small-scale developments to major nationwide schemes.
Day-to-day, you will:
Prepare and contribute to Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy reports
Undertake research, report writing, and technical drawing preparation (AutoCAD & InfoDrainage)
Support site visits and attend meetings (often alongside a senior colleague)
Develop your skills through on-project learning and external training courses
Experienced Required:
Essential:
Strong numeracy, communication, and written English skills
A relevant degree (e.g. Civil Engineering, Geography)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
Ability to manage your own workload and deadlines
A proactive, logical problem-solver with creativity
Desirable:
UK driving licence
Experience with flood risk assessments and/or drainage design (InfoDrainage)
Knowledge of AutoCAD
Report writing experience
Understanding of planning and technical guidance (e.g. NPPF, CIRIA SuDS Manual, Sewer Sector Guidance, Building Regulations)
Why Join?
Structured training and development
Exposure to varied and exciting projects nationwide
Supportive, collaborative team environment
Flexible working options
Benefits include a yearly bonus, on site parking, chartership scheme, private healthcare, hybrid working and more