Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Highways Design Engineer to lead the design, management, and implementation of innovative drainage and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) solutions across a diverse portfolio of urban development and highways projects.
As a Senior Highways Design Engineer, you will provide technical leadership in the development of surface water drainage strategies and SuDS solutions.
You will play a central role in delivering sustainable infrastructure that integrates seamlessly with highways, landscaping, and wider civil engineering design.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design, implementation, and management of surface water drainage systems across highways and urban development projects.
* Develop innovative SuDS strategies including attenuation ponds, swales, permeable pavements, and green roofs.
* Undertake hydraulic and hydrological modelling using industry-standard software (e.g. MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, ICM).
* Prepare detailed drainage designs, flood risk assessments, calculations, reports, and technical specifications.
* Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, planning requirements, and environmental standards.
* Conduct site inspections, drainage condition assessments, and capacity reviews, recommending improvements where necessary.
* Integrate drainage and SuDS solutions with highways, utilities, and landscape design to ensure sustainable and cost-effective outcomes.
* Provide technical advice and guidance to clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project teams.
About You
You will be a technically strong and commercially aware engineer with a passion for sustainable infrastructure and environmental enhancement.
Essential:
* Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
* Demonstrable experience delivering surface water drainage and SuDS projects.
* Strong working knowledge of hydraulic modelling and drainage design software.
* Excellent understanding of relevant UK legislation, standards, and best practice guidance.
Salary is upto £65,000k + Pkg
Please apply if you have the experience above and want to hear more about this opportunity