Civil Engineer - Drainage

Access Talent Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A medium-sized design consultancy in Yorkshire is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer to join a dynamic and growing team. This role involves designing sustainable drainage systems and assessing flood risks across various projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience, proficiency in drainage design software, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life Insurance (three times annual salary)

Access to Wider Wallet Benefits scheme

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in civil engineering, with specific focus on drainage design and flood risk assessments.
• Competence in drainage design software like MicroDrainage, Civil 3D, AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with flood risk modeling tools and GIS platforms is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed designs for surface water and foul drainage systems.
• Conduct flood risk assessments for planning applications.
• Manage time and budgets.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

Tools

MicroDrainage

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Civil & Structural Engineering, Ecology and Environmental

((BST: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs) 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri)))

Access Talent group is currently recruiting for a medium-sized design consultancy based in Yorkshire. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Civil Engineer with expertise in drainage design and flood risk assessments to join a dynamic and growing team.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in designing sustainable drainage systems, assessing flood risks, and contributing to projects within a multidisciplinary team. You will be working on projects within the residential, commercial, and infrastructure sector with a large pipeline of work within the Environmental sector.

Key responsibilities and experience

• Drainage Design: Develop detailed designs for surface water and foul drainage systems using industry-standard software (e.g., MicroDrainage, Civil 3D, or similar).
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., SuDS, local authority guidance, national regulations).
• Flood Risk Assessments (FRA): Conduct flood risk assessments for planning applications, ensuring adherence to current legislation and best practices.
• Prepare risk assessments, site walk-overs and oversee CCTV.
• Liase with clients and stakeholders.
• Manage time and budgets.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in civil engineering, with specific focus on drainage design and flood risk assessments.
• Technical Proficiency: Competence in drainage design software (e.g., MicroDrainage, Civil 3D, AutoCAD).
• Familiarity with flood risk modeling tools and GIS platforms is advantageous.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of SuDS principles, UK planning system, and relevant design codes and standards.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Benefits package.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave increases by one day for every three years of service.
• Life Insurance (three times annual salary).
• Access to Wider Wallet Benefits scheme.
• Paid professional subscriptions.

If you an Engineer who is looking for a well rounded Enviromental consultant with diverse projects this role is for you. Please contact Cameron Green on 02380981322 or Email [e-mail].