Civil Engineer - Drainage

RGB; England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Health and wellbeing support

Performance bonus

Flexible holidays

Christmas closure

Job summary

RGB in Somerset is seeking a Civil Engineer - Drainage to take ownership of drainage design projects. You will develop strategies, feasibility studies and detailed designs, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and building strong client relationships throughout the development process.

The role requires at least three years' post-qualification experience, clear technical delivery, and the ability to support construction and commissioning with robust drainage solutions.

Qualifications

• At least three years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong technical design ability and clear communication.
• Ability to work across the full development process from studies to commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Develop drainage solutions for sewage and surface water.
• Prepare drainage strategies and feasibility studies.
• Produce detailed drainage designs and construction drawings.
• Undertake flood risk assessments and apply SuDS principles.
• Liaise with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support construction with setting-out drawings and details.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Lead client relationships and ensure technical delivery.

Skills

Drainage design

Project coordination

Client relations

Construction drawings

Job description

This permanent Civil Engineer - Drainage position in Somerset offers a salary of £25,000 to £50,000 per annum, with full-time hours. The successful candidate will take ownership of drainage design projects, preparing strategies and feasibility studies while producing detailed designs and construction drawings. Applicants should hold at least three years' post-qualification experience and be confident developing solutions for sewage and surface water requirements. The post involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary design and construction teams, alongside building client relationships. Work spans the full development process, from initial studies through to construction support and commissioning. Strong technical design ability, project coordination skills and clear communication are essential for this role.

Civil Engineer – Drainage 106398 Somerset The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a civil engineer with at least three years’ post-qualification experience to take ownership of drainage design projects, develop client relationships and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary design and construction teams. You will be involved throughout the development process, from initial feasibility studies and drainage strategies through to detailed design, construction support and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop drainage solutions for sewage, surface water requirements.
• Prepare drainage strategies and feasibility studies.
• Produce detailed drainage designs and construction drawings.
• Undertake flood risk assessments and apply Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) principles.
• Liaise with clients and multidisciplinary design teams, including architects, structural engineers and geotechnical specialists.
• Support construction teams with setting-out drawings, construction details and clash analysis.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Work independently and collaboratively within the design team, supporting colleagues where required.
• Take responsibility for client relationships and technical delivery, appropriate to your experience.

Desirable Experience

• Nutrient neutrality.
• Pumping station and rising main design.
• Sewage treatment.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary of up to £50,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time employment.
• Hybrid or office-based working, with a minimum of three days per week in the office for hybrid workers.
• Mentored training and support towards professional qualifications with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
• Employer pension contributions.
• Life cover.
• Health and wellbeing support through a paid health cash plan.
• Eligibility for an annual performance-related bonus.
• Flexible holiday trading options.
• 22 days’ annual leave plus eight bank holidays.
• Company closure over the Christmas period.
• Ongoing training, professional development and opportunities to upskill.