Lead Drainage Engineer – Sustainable Solutions & Growth

Lucion; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucion Delta-Simons is seeking a Principal or Associate Drainage Engineer to lead our drainage service line within the Water Team. You will manage projects from inception to delivery, engage with a diverse client base, and contribute to business development across planning and development projects.

The role demands strong technical leadership, project management excellence, and a track record in SuDS and drainage design. Open to part‑time or full‑time, with offices in Manchester, Leeds or London.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in drainage engineering or consultancy.
• Proven experience in SuDS design, from concept through to detailed design.
• Extensive experience in managing projects and working with clients and statutory consultees.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the wider consultancy environment.
• Extensive experience using drainage design software (Causeway Flow, InfoDrainage) and AutoCAD.
• Membership of a relevant Professional Body.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from inception to completion with technical leadership, PM and commercial oversight.
• Lead preparation and delivery of Drainage Strategies to support planning applications.
• Mentor team members in conceptual and detailed drainage design, including SuDS.
• Drive growth and development of our drainage services.
• Deliver complex surface water and foul drainage designs in line with industry standards.

Skills

Drainage engineering

Project management

Commercial awareness

SuDS design

Causeway Flow

InfoDrainage

AutoCAD

Flood risk assessment

Professional Body membership

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Equivalent qualifications

Tools

Causeway Flow

InfoDrainage

AutoCAD

Job description

Lucion Delta-Simons is seeking a Principal or Associate Drainage Engineer to lead our drainage service line within the Water Team. You will manage projects from inception to delivery, engage with a diverse client base, and contribute to business development across planning and development projects.

The role demands strong technical leadership, project management excellence, and a track record in SuDS and drainage design. Open to part‑time or full‑time, with offices in Manchester, Leeds or London.