Graduate Civil Engineer

Technique Recruitment Solutions; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Technique Recruitment Solutions are seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join a dynamic civil and environmental consultancy based in Bristol. The role focuses on designing foul and surface water drainage, performing flood risk assessments, and conducting water quality analyses to support sustainable drainage solutions.

You will produce technical drawings in AutoCAD, model drainage using Causeway Flow, and collaborate with clients and regulators to deliver projects on time while mentoring junior

Qualifications

• Experience in civil/environmental engineering industry.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and drainage modelling software (Causeway Flow).
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy related to flood risk and drainage.
• Self-motivated with good communication and time management.

Responsibilities

• Design foul and surface water drainage systems to UK standards.
• Complete Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) for planning requirements.
• Undertake water quality assessments and propose sustainable drainage.
• Produce detailed technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Model drainage systems with Causeway Flow and related software.

Skills

AutoCAD

Drainage modelling

UK planning policy

Communication

Time management

Environmental passion

Education

Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Causeway Flow

Job description

Job Title: Graduate Civil Engineer

Location: Bristol (Office-based with hybrid working)

Salary: £35000-£40,000 depending on experience

Technique Recruitment Solutions are proud to be working with a young, dynamic civil and environmental engineering consultancy, with a workplace based in an operational fabrication factory for sewage treatment plants, their office environment thrives with energy and innovation. Their focus on environmental sustainability, particularly in water quality, defines their work and company culture.

Role Overview

Our customer are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Civil Engineer to join their team.

The successful candidate will lead on the design of foul and surface water drainage systems, undertake flood risk assessments, and conduct water quality assessments. This is a rare opportunity to be a part of a consultancy with an innovation-driven culture that values technical excellence, independence, and a passion for the environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design foul and surface water drainage systems to relevant UK standards.
• Complete Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) in line with planning and policy requirements.
• Undertake water quality assessments and provide sustainable drainage recommendations.
• Produce detailed technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Model drainage systems using Causeway Flow or similar hydraulic modelling software.
• Collaborate with clients, regulators, and project partners to ensure smooth delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal knowledge development.
• Support bids, reporting, and technical documentation as needed.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Experience in the civil/environmental engineering industry.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and experience with drainage modelling software (e.g., Causeway Flow).
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy related to flood risk and drainage.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication and time management skills.
• Genuine passion for the environment and water quality.
• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field.

Technique-Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a proud equal opportunities employer, dedicated and specialist to the engineering and manufacturing industries.