Civil Engineer - Drainage

Pertemps Tm; Westhay; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentored ICE qualification support

Employer pension contributions

Life cover

Health cash plan

Bonus eligibility

Flexible holiday trading

22 days leave + 8 bank holidays

Job summary

Pertemps Tm is seeking a Civil Engineer – Drainage with at least three years’ post-qualification experience to own drainage design projects from feasibility to commissioning. You will liaise with clients and multidisciplinary teams and contribute to successful project outcomes.

You will develop drainage solutions, prepare strategies, and produce detailed designs while supporting construction teams. A hybrid/office-based role offers mentoring towards ICE qualifications and a strong benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years post-qualification experience in drainage/civil design.
• Ability to manage drainage design across feasibility to commissioning.
• Experience liaising with multidisciplinary teams and clients.

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 teams with drawings and details.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Work independently and within the design team to deliver projects.

Skills

Drainage design ownership

Client relationships

Cross-disciplinary teamwork

Feasibility studies

Drainage strategies

Construction support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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

Experience or knowledge in the following areas would be advantageous:

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

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive package, including:

• 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.