Senior Drainage Consultant Glasgow or Perth, UK
Permanent | Full-Time
£Are you a skilled drainage specialist ready to lead impactful projects and shape best practice in a collaborative and progressive consultancy?
We’re working with a respected independent environmental consultancy to recruit a Senior Drainage Consultant for their growing team, based in either Glasgow or Perth. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role where your expertise in sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and surface water management will directly contribute to the success of diverse planning projects.
You’ll be involved in delivering high-quality drainage strategies and designs across a range of sectors, including residential, infrastructure, and renewable energy developments.
Designing SuDS and drainage solutions, including calculations, modelling, and producing technical drawings
Preparing Drainage Impact Assessments and contributing to Flood Risk Assessments
Engaging in client meetings, design workshops, and regulatory consultations
Conducting site visits to gather data and assess drainage needs
Collaborating with specialists in hydrology, flood risk, and ecology
Supporting proposal writing and project bids within a multidisciplinary team
Around 4+ years of experience in drainage or water engineering
Strong skills in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and InfoDrainage (or similar tools)
A degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
Solid understanding of UK drainage policy and SuDS guidance
Full UK driving licence
This role offers real variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking consultancy. You'll be part of a tight-knit team that values transparency, technical excellence, and a strong work-life balance with a highly flexible working pattern such as 9 day fortnight, condensed hours, early start/ early finish etc.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
~ 20 guaranteed CPD days per year – giving you the opportunity to build new skills, refresh existing knowledge, or try something new, such as contributing to Environmental Impact Assessments or assisting with ornithology surveys
~ Private healthcare
~ Pension scheme
~ Flexible working hours and hybrid arrangements
If you're looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your development is supported, we’d love to hear from you.