Senior Drainage Engineer

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterman Aspen is looking for a Senior Drainage Engineer in Edinburgh to lead drainage design projects. The role offers opportunities for professional growth, including mentorship and exposure to various clients across the UK. Join a company that values support, respect, and sustainability.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Company pension contribution

Permanent health insurance

Community volunteering day

Paid professional subscription

Qualifications

• Ability to lead drainage design from concept to detailed design.
• Experience in drainage assessment and flood risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, budgeting, and quality control.
• Lead drainage design and ensure compliance with UK standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Knowledge of UK drainage policies

Project scope management

Education

BEng, BSc, MEng or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

GIS

Job description

Waterman Aspen is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer to join our Scotland team. We offer a diverse range of projects across the UK, providing opportunities for professional growth and development. Our company values support, respect, and wellbeing, and we are committed to social value and sustainability.

Job Benefits:

• Varied client base for skill application and development
• Technical progression with client support
• Exposure to industry knowledge and skills enhancement
• Flexibility to work on different projects without changing employer
• Career development, training, and mentorship
• Paid professional subscription
• Social events and volunteering opportunities
• Experience with UK-based clients across public, private, or third sectors

Qualifications and Skills:

• BEng, BSc, MEng or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• Ability to lead drainage design from concept to detailed design
• Knowledge of UK drainage policies, standards, and guidance
• Experience in drainage assessment, capacity, and condition assessment
• Experience in flood risk assessment
• Project scope management, budgeting, and quality control
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Full UK driving license
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, and GIS
• Understanding of CDM regulations
• Professional qualification such as IEng, CEng, or CWEM, or working towards it

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience, skills, and location
• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, with options to buy more
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice benefits
• Community volunteering day

Join us to make a difference and grow your career with Waterman Aspen.