Civil Engineer

Involve Recruitment; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer in Cardiff with a strong background in drainage design and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS). The candidate will work on various infrastructure projects, preparing drainage strategies and assessments. Required qualifications include at least 5 years of relevant experience and proficiency in design software. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and support towards chartership

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Flexible or hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience in a relevant civil engineering role.
• Proven experience in drainage design, including surface water and SuDS systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support the design and delivery of SuDS and foul drainage systems.
• Prepare drainage strategies, Flood Risk Assessments, and technical reports.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians as appropriate.

Skills

Drainage design

Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)

Communication skills

Design software proficiency

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Civil Engineer with a minimum of 5 years experience to join our infrastructure and development planning team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drainage design, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), and experience with the SuDS Approval Body (SAB) process.

This role will involve working on a wide range of development and infrastructure projects, preparing drainage strategies and flood risk/consequence assessments, and supporting planning and detailed design submissions. Experience of Section 104 and Section 106 applications is essential, with experience in Section 278 and Section 38 highway design considered an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support the design and delivery of SuDS and foul drainage systems for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
• Prepare drainage strategies, Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) (England) or Flood Consequence Assessments (FCAs) (Wales), and technical reports for planning and regulatory approvals.
• Prepare and manage SAB applications, ensuring designs meet local and national SuDS guidance and legislative requirements.
• Undertake and support S104 and S106 drainage adoption submissions and liaison with water authorities and planning consultees.
• Coordinate with other disciplines including architects, structural engineers, ecologists, and planners.
• Contribute to project planning, cost estimation, and programme delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians as appropriate.
• (Desirable) Support highway design for S38 and S278 agreements, including layout, levels, and pavement design.

Requirements

Essential:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience in a relevant civil engineering role.
• Proven experience in drainage design, including surface water and SuDS systems.
• In-depth knowledge of the SAB process (Wales) and relevant SuDS legislation and guidance.
• Experience preparing and submitting S104/S106 applications and liaising with relevant authorities.
• Competent in preparing drainage strategies, FRAs/FCAs, and design calculations.
• Proficient in design software such as MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage, Flow, Civil 3D, Site 3D and AutoCAD.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable:

• Experience of Section 38 and Section 278 highway design processes.
• Knowledge of UK planning system and national planning policy frameworks.
• Experience in dealing with NRW, LLFAs, and water companies.
• Chartered or working toward chartership (ICE or CIWEM).

What We Offer

• A supportive and technically engaging work environment.
• Exposure to a wide variety of development and infrastructure projects.
• Ongoing CPD and support toward chartership.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible or hybrid working arrangements.