SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER

Conrad Consulting; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer to enhance their infrastructure team. The role involves leading the design of drainage and highways projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Join a supportive environment with clear career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Career development opportunities

Involvement in award-winning projects

Qualifications

• Chartered / near Chartered Engineer.
• Proven experience in highways and drainage design.
• Strong knowledge of design standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver drainage and highways design.
• Attend client meetings and communicate updates.
• Mentor junior engineers in the team.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Chartered Engineer

Job description

Are you a Chartered / nr Chartered Drainage Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a thriving multidisciplinary consultancy based in Bristol, is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer to join their growing and dynamic team.

This forward-thinking practice has been involved in some of the UK’s most prestigious national projects, spanning industrial, commercial, and residential developments. With continued success in winning new and exciting work, they are now looking to strengthen their infrastructure team with a talented individual who can lead and deliver high-quality drainage and highways design.

The Role:

• Lead and deliver the design of roads and drainage schemes across a variety of sectors.
• Attend client meetings and effectively communicate technical ideas and project updates.
• Liaise with Local Authorities and other key stakeholders, ensuring all designs comply with current regulations and adoption standards.
• Contribute to the mentoring and development of junior engineers within the team.

About You:

• Chartered / near Chartered Engineer.
• Proven experience in highways and drainage design for development infrastructure projects.
• Strong working knowledge of current design standards, regulations, and adoption procedures (including Section 104, 106, 38 and 278 agreements).
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider project team.

Why Join?

• A vibrant, growing Bristol office with a strong project pipeline.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Clear and structured career development opportunities.
• The chance to work on nationally recognised and award-winning projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and experienced senior drainage engineer to join a consultancy that values expertise, innovation, and long-term career progression.

Apply now by sending your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting, and become part of a thriving team shaping the future of infrastructure.