Lead Drainage Engineer

O'Connor Sutton Cronin; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra Holidays increasing with Service

Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Sick Payment

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellness Programme

Sponsored Education

Cycle To Work Scheme

Job summary

O'Connor Sutton Cronin is seeking a Drainage Lead located in London to manage drainage design projects. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience and proficiency in design tools including Causeway Flow and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities include managing workflows, interfacing with clients, and leading projects to success. The position offers a hybrid working model with flexible hours and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years relevant experience in a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of UK Codes of Practice and CIRIA C753.
• Experience leading projects from inception through design.

Responsibilities

• Manage workflow through remote design support.
• Interface with clients and assess workloads.
• Deliver and coordinate within the company delivery system.

Skills

Designing drainage systems

Flood Risk Assessment

Use of Causeway Flow

Use of Micro Drainage

Use of AutoDesk

Use of Civil 3D

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Chartered Engineer Status

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a Drainage Lead who specialises in the design of sustainable drainage systems, wastewater networks, water distribution systems, hydrological studies and flood risk management.

The Drainage lead will manage workflow through remote design support, interface with clients, assess workloads and deliver and coordinate within the company delivery system.

The successful candidate will have to be located in London.

• A minimum of 10+ years relevant experience in a senior role in a design environment.
• Experience designing drainage systems knowledge of the UK Codes of Practice, CIRIA C753
• Experience assessing Flood Risk in accordance with The Planning System
• Be proficient in the use of Causeway Flow , Micro Drainage, AutoDesk, Civil 3D or equivalent.
• The ability to communicate design intent and philosophy to team members and non-technical interested parties.
• Experience leading projects from inception through the design process.
• Have a track record of successful client facing roles.
• Strong working experience in the UK

The Ideal Candidate

• In addition to the above, will have some of the following:
• Have a strong desire to lead projects and be accountable for their success.
• in-depth knowledge with UK planning processes.
• Excellent written communication and report writing skills,
• Attained Chartered Engineer Status.
• Have experience in Flood Risk Assessments and Flood Alleviation Schemes.
• Strong knowledge of Sustainable Drainage Systems and best practice.
• Procurement, tender assessment, and supervision experience.
• Experience in AutoCAD Drafting and specifications.

The Remuneration Package

• Hybrid Working
• Flexible Hours
• Extra Holidays increasing with Service
• Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Sickness Payment
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellness Programme
• Professional Memberships
• Sponsored Education
• Cycle To Work Scheme

OCSC is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we welcome applications from diverse applicants