Drainage Engineer
Brackley | £450–£500 per day | Inside IR35 | HS2 Project
Exciting Drainage Engineering Opportunity on HS2
A leading infrastructure project is seeking an experienced Drainage Engineer to join a major HS2 programme based in Brackley. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex rail and civil engineering works within one of the UK’s largest infrastructure developments.
We are particularly interested in engineers with a strong drainage design background who have moved into site delivery, project engineering, or assurance-focused roles.
Advance Your Career on a Major Infrastructure Scheme
This role would suit professionals with experience as:
Drainage Engineer
Resident Engineer
Project Engineer
Construction Assurance Engineer
You’ll support the successful delivery of drainage and associated civils packages, ensuring works are completed in line with technical standards, approved drawings, and project specifications.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee drainage installation and construction activities on site
Review technical submissions, ITPs, WPPs, and QA/QC documentation
Ensure compliance with approved drainage designs and specifications
Carry out inspections and assurance activities
Identify and manage NCRs and technical issues
Liaise with contractors, site teams, and design engineers
Support reporting and project progress updates
Promote high standards of health, safety, and quality
Requirements
Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline
Strong drainage design and delivery experience within infrastructure projects
Experience on rail, highways, utilities, or heavy civils schemes
Previous experience in a Project Engineer, Resident Engineer, Site Engineer, or similar role
Knowledge of construction assurance and QA/QC procedures
Excellent communication and coordination skills
Chartered status preferred
Contract Details
£450–£500 per day
Inside IR35
5 days per week on site in Brackley
Long-term contract opportunity
Apply now to be part of one of the UK’s most high-profile infrastructure projects