Drainage Engineer (Progression to Senior/Associate)

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering consultancy is seeking a skilled Drainage Engineer to join their dynamic team in Cardiff. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a Civil Engineer to progress into senior and associate positions, where you will take charge of project delivery, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating with various stakeholders. You'll be instrumental in designing sustainable infrastructure solutions, with the chance to make impactful decisions in your projects. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Training Opportunities

Company Benefits

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering design and calculations.
• Ability to prepare detailed engineering drawings and reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Collaborate with clients for project delivery.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Client Communication

Infrastructure Design

Technical Accuracy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer Status

Tools

Civil CAD Software

3D Modelling Tools

Job description

Job Description

Drainage Engineer (Progression to Senior/Associate)
£40,000 - £60,000 + Progression + Training + Company Benefits
Cardiff, Wales

Are you a Civil Engineer or similar looking for the opportunity to progress your career, becoming a key decision maker in a role that offers autonomy, responsibility and recognition for your technical prowess?

On offer is the opportunity to join a well-established Engineering consultancy who have been in business for nearly 35 years, their goal is to expand the team year on year and their client base consistently. They currently with multiple clients including industrial, commercial and residential properties looking after their Structural, Civil, SuDS/SAB and Highway solutions.

As an experienced Civil Engineer, you'll take the reigns on project delivery, focusing on infrastructure design and land development solutions. You'll play a key part in your team's output, ensuring technical accuracy, safety, and compliance with industry standards. Working closely with planners, Civil CAD Technicians, contractors, and local authorities, you'll develop efficient, sustainable designs for roads, drainage, utilities, and siteworks. Confident in client communication and coordination, you'll play a key role in bringing projects from concept to construction. You'll be part of the team Monday to Friday.

This role would suit a Civil Engineer or Senior Civil Engineer looking to progress into an associate position, with the chance to become a key decision maker as well as a technical expert.

The Role:

• Carry out engineering design and calculations for civil infrastructure projects.




• Prepare detailed civil engineering drawings, reports, and specifications.




• Lead internal project teams and provide mentorship to Graduate Engineers and CAD Technicians.




• Collaborate with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, high-quality project delivery.




• Monitor project timelines, resources, and budgets.




• Attend design/site team meetings.




• Conduct site visits and inspections.




• Stay informed on the latest civil engineering standards, regulations, and practices.




• Monday to Friday (9 AM - 5 PM) - Ready to start ASAP.

The Person:

• Civil Engineer or similar




• Looking for progression into senior/associate positions

Reference: BBBH19339B

Keywords: Drainage, SuDS, SAAD, Senior Civil Engineer, Civil Engineer, Civil, Associate, Chartered, Building Structures, 3D Modelling, Management, Construction, Design, Detailing, Coordination, Cardiff, South Wales

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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