Civil Engineer - Water | SuDS & Flood Risk (Hybrid)

BWB Consulting Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% pension match

25+ days holiday

Healthcare cash plan

Fully funded development programs

Job summary

A leading engineering and environmental consultancy in Manchester is looking for an experienced engineer to focus on Sustainable Drainage projects. The role involves managing multiple engineering projects, advising clients on flood risk and drainage, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of relevant experience and be familiar with industry-specific software. BWB offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a hybrid work model that promotes personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in engineering related to Sustainable Drainage.
• Proficient with Micro Drainage/Causeway Flow software.
• Experience in managing multiple projects related to drainage and flood management.

Responsibilities

• Work on engineering schemes from pre-planning through construction.
• Advise clients on planning policy around drainage and flood risk.
• Deliver and manage projects while supporting team leadership.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients and promote company capabilities.
• Support development of team members, especially graduates.

Skills

Drainage strategy production

Knowledge of Micro Drainage/Causeway Flow

Understanding of Flood Risk Assessments

Working knowledge of NPPF

Experience with Lead Local Flood Authorities

Ability to plan workloads

Client relationship management

Education

2+ years post graduation experience

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Civils 3D

Job description

At BWB Consulting, we’re more than engineers – we’re trusted partners, innovators, and problem-solvers. Recognised as ACE Best Large Consultancy of the Year 2022 and proudly accredited with Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing, our award-winning culture is built on excellence, collaboration, and sustainability. We push boundaries to deliver exceptional results for our clients – and create meaningful impact for the communities we serve.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Working on challenging and multiple projects simultaneously, you will have experience on engineering schemes from pre-planning through to construction, particularly in relation to Sustainable Drainage (SuDS). This can include urban redevelopment, strategic residential, flood alleviation and natural flood management schemes.
• Advising clients on planning policy around flood risk and drainage, considering the changing climate and preference for sustainable solutions.
• Delivering, supervising and managing (relative to your experience) a number of projects, and supporting the Team Leader or Principal Engineer.
• Maintaining good relationships with existing Clients and actively promoting the capability of the Company to potential new Clients.
• The role is required to work independently as necessary. It is expected that you will take an interest in yours and others development and learning as well as actively supporting the development of Graduates in the team.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• 2+ years post graduation experience
• Knowledge of relevant software packages including Micro Drainage/Causeway Flow, AutoCAD 2D, Civils 3D (ideally)
• Drainage strategy production and knowledge of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), experience of working with Lead Local Flood Authorities.
• Understanding of Flood Risk Assessments and Nature-based Solutions
• Working knowledge of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)
• Have the ability to plan and monitor workloads to achieve project demands
• Experience acting in an outward facing capacity as BWB’s representative in dealings with our clients and industry regulators
  
  

What We Offer

• Inclusive Culture – Bring your authentic self to work every day.
• Competitive Rewards – Salary, 5% pension match, life assurance, and long-service recognition.
• Time Off & Flexibility – 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28), option to buy more, hybrid working (3 days office), and flexible core hours.
• Health & Wellbeing – Westfield Health, healthcare cash plan, Cycle to Work scheme, wellbeing initiatives.
• Growth & Development – Fully funded training, Chartership support, and paid professional subscriptions.
• Community & Connection – Volunteering days, social events, discounts, and savings.
  
  

Accessibility & Adjustments

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be your best - please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed.