Senior Civil Engineer

RGB Recruitment; Garston; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer for a key role in Watford focusing on drainage and SuDS solutions. The successful candidate will manage projects aimed at mitigating flood risks while improving environmental quality. Candidates should have a degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering and experience in delivering drainage projects. The role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Benefits portal

26 days holiday

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (or working towards) preferred.
• Proven experience delivering drainage and SuDS projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK legislation and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of drainage and SuDS systems.
• Carry out hydraulic/hydrological modelling and prepare drainage strategies.
• Advise clients and project teams on compliance and best practice.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative team.

Skills

Drainage modelling software

Project management

Client advisory

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Tools

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

ICM

Job description

Overview

Senior Civil Engineer - Drainage & SuDS — Watford — £61,000 - £65,000

We're working with a major infrastructure contractor who are looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to join their team in Watford. This role will see you take responsibility for the design, management, and delivery of drainage and SuDS solutions across a range of urban development and infrastructure projects.

You'll play a key part in mitigating flood risk, improving environmental quality, and driving forward sustainable solutions — all while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of drainage and SuDS systems (attenuation ponds, swales, permeable pavements, green roofs)
• Carry out hydraulic/hydrological modelling and prepare drainage strategies, reports, and specifications in line with DMRB, CIRIA, and SuDS Manual
• Advise clients and project teams on compliance, sustainability, and best practice
• Integrate SuDS with highways, landscaping, and utilities
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team

About you

• Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related discipline
• Chartered Engineer (or working towards) preferred
• Proven experience delivering drainage and SuDS projects
• Proficient with drainage modelling software (MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, ICM, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of UK legislation and design standards
• Excellent communication and project management skills

What's on offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Excellent benefits package (private healthcare, benefits portal)
• 26 days holiday
• Career progression opportunities with a leading contractor
• The chance to work on high-profile infrastructure projects with a focus on sustainability
• This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer to take the lead on SuDS and drainage design within a respected highways and infrastructure team