Principal/Senior Engineer - Flood risk and drainage

Motion; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary with bonus

5% employer pension contributions

25 days annual leave + birthday leave

Private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym/sports club membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Professional subscriptions

Job summary

Motion is seeking a Principal/Senior Engineer to join its expert consultancy team in Guildford. You will lead development-focused engineering projects, plan and deliver schemes, and apply your technical expertise to produce high-quality drainage and flood risk solutions.

This hybrid role offers office collaboration and some remote work, with opportunities for quick career progression and mentoring from senior professionals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Experience in flood risk assessments and drainage strategy development.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and drainage software.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and delivery of development-focused engineering projects.
• Conducting Flood Risk Assessments and developing Drainage Strategies.
• Applying AutoCAD, MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage, and other engineering software to design and analyse infrastructure solutions.
• Managing projects efficiently, ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.
• Collaborating with colleagues and external stakeholders to develop innovative, practical solutions.
• Communicating complex technical concepts clearly to clients, planning authorities, and other key parties.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Problem solving

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's or MSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Job description

Principal/Senior Engineer – Join our expert consultancy team

Motion helps clients successfully plan and deliver development schemes by providing expert consultancy advice and support in transport planning and infrastructure design. Working across both public and private sectors throughout the UK, we bring together key stakeholders to find practical and effective solutions to complex challenges.

About the role

We are looking for a Principal/Senior Engineer to join our team and contribute to the successful delivery of development schemes. Based in Guildford, this is a hybrid role, allowing for some remote work alongside office-based collaboration. You will play a key role in project planning and execution, applying your technical expertise to deliver high-quality solutions.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading the design and delivery of development-focused engineering projects.
• Conducting Flood Risk Assessments and developing Drainage Strategies.
• Applying AutoCAD, MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage, and other engineering software to design and analyse infrastructure solutions.
• Managing projects efficiently, ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.
• Collaborating with colleagues and external stakeholders to develop innovative, practical solutions.
• Communicating complex technical concepts clearly to clients, planning authorities, and other key parties.

What we’re looking for

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Strong engineering and project management skills.
• Proven experience in flood risk assessments and drainage strategy development.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software, including AutoCAD, MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

What we offer

As part of our team, you can expect:

• A modern and well-connected working environment.
• Quick career progression opportunities.
• A diverse range of exciting and challenging projects.
• Ongoing support, training and mentoring from senior professionals within the business with a real commitment from senior management towards personal and professional development.

Our benefits package

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, work-life balance and professional growth. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary with a company-wide bonus scheme
• 5% employer pension contributions
• 25 days annual leave, plus birthday leave, long-service award and the option to purchase additional days
• Hybrid working arrangements for flexibility
• Private healthcare (depending on grade) and a healthcare cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support
• Gym/sports club membership contribution
• Cycle to Work Scheme & EV Salary Sacrifice scheme
• Payment of professional subscriptions