Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Civil & Environmental Engineering Consultancy is seeking a Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer to join their Richmond team. With a focus on sustainable design, you will work on drainage and flood risk projects, contributing to design and assessments. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of UK consultancy experience, strong communication skills, and a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering. The role offers a hybrid working model and various benefits including a discretionary bonus and private healthcare.

Benefits

Discretionary 10% bonus

Hybrid working

25 days holiday (+ up to 10 unpaid days)

Private healthcare

Matched 4% pension

Paid professional memberships

Cycle-to-work scheme

Ongoing training and career progression

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ UK consultancy experience required.
• Understanding of SuDS, drainage policy, and planning necessary.
• Experience with drainage design software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of drainage and flood risk projects.
• Design SuDS and drainage systems.
• Assist with Flood Risk Assessments and planning submissions.
• Produce technical drawings with AutoCAD.
• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and local authorities.

Skills

UK consultancy experience

Understanding of SuDS and drainage policy

Experience with AutoCAD

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Causeway Flow

AutoCAD

Job description

Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer

Location: Richmond, London

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Model: Hybrid (flexible working supported)

Experience Level: 2-4 years

A leading Civil & Environmental Engineering Consultancy is seeking a Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer to join their team in Richmond, London. With a strong reputation for sustainable design and public sector work‑including with Transport for London and local authorities you’ll be supported to develop your technical skills and grow your career in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Your Role

You’ll support the delivery of drainage and flood risk projects from early‑stage feasibility to detailed design. Responsibilities include:

• Designing SuDS and drainage systems using MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage or Causeway Flow
• Assisting with Flood Risk Assessments and planning submissions
• Producing technical drawings with AutoCAD
• Liaising with internal teams, clients, and local authorities
• Supporting junior colleagues and learning from senior engineers

What You’ll Bring

• 2‑4 years’ UK consultancy experience
• Understanding of SuDS, drainage policy, and planning
• Experience with AutoCAD and drainage design software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or similar)

Desirable

Knowledge of CDM Regs, foul drainage, GIS, Civil 3D, or local authority experience.

Benefits

• Discretionary 10% bonus
• Hybrid working and 37.5‑hour weeks
• 25 days holiday (+ up to 10 unpaid days)
• Private healthcare and matched 4% pension
• Paid professional memberships
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme & travel loan
• Ongoing training and career progression
• Friendly, mission‑driven team culture

Submit your CV or contact Will Herman for an informal discussion.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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