Civil Engineer

RGB Recruitment Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-annual profit share scheme

Private healthcare and healthInsurance

Job summary

Unknown Client consulting practice is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with a focus on drainage design in Romsey. The role centers on delivering surface water and foul drainage schemes and producing FRAs and SAB applications, with guidance on SuDS-led strategies.

You will help drive drainage standards across projects spanning residential, education and commercial sectors, while mentoring junior engineers and liaising with authorities and clients.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in civil engineering with a focus on drainage design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and MicroDrainage/Flow or equivalent.
• Good understanding of SuDS principles and UK drainage standards.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ambition to progress professionally within a growing consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of surface water and foul drainage schemes.
• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and SAB applications.
• Undertake drainage strategies in line with current regulations and best practice (SuDS focus).
• Support highway design where required, including S278, S38, and S104 agreements.
• Manage project workflows and mentor junior engineers.
• Liaise with clients, internal teams and external stakeholders including authorities.

Skills

Drainage design

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage/Flow

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage/Flow

Job description

We’re working in partnership with a well-established and respected multi-disciplinary consultancy, as they continue to expand their Romsey office. Due to sustained growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Civil Engineer with a strong background in drainage design to play a key role in delivering interesting projects that contribute positively to communities and the environment

The Role:

• Lead the design and delivery of surface water and foul drainage schemes
• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and SAB applications
• Undertake drainage strategies in line with current regulations and best practice (SuDS focus)
• Support highway design where required, including S278, S38, and S104 agreements
• Manage project workflows, providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders including local authorities and statutory bodies

Projects span a wide range of sectors, including residential developments, education, conservation, industrial schemes, commercial projects and more.

Ideal Skills & Experience:

• 3+ years’ experience in civil engineering, with a strong emphasis on drainage design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroDrainage/Flow (or similar software)
• Good understanding of SuDS principles and UK drainage standards
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ambition to progress professionally within a growing consultancy

What’s on Offer:

• Salary £30,000 - £55,000
• 35 hour working week
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Bi-annual profit share scheme
• Private healthcare and health insurance cover
• Company pension