Senior Civil Engineer - Drainage & Infrastructure

Crouch Waterfall & Partners Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working set-up

Minimum 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Annual discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Contributory pension scheme up to 5%

Job summary

A leading infrastructure engineering firm in Bristol seeks a Senior Engineer (Drainage & Infrastructure) to lead drainage and infrastructure projects. This role includes responsibilities such as preparing detailed designs, managing project delivery, and providing technical guidance to colleagues. Ideal candidates will have experience in drainage design, proficiency in relevant software, and a chartered or progressing qualification. The firm offers a competitive salary, benefits, and an environment supportive of professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in drainage design for various building projects.
• Knowledge of UK design standards and planning requirements.
• Full UK driving license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed design of civil engineering projects.
• Lead project delivery, managing lifecycle and stakeholder engagement.
• Produce flood risk assessments and planning documentation.

Skills

Proficiency in Causeway Flow or MicroDrainage

Skilled in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Knowledge of flood risk assessments

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Client-focused approach

Education

Chartered Engineer (ICE) or working towards

Job description

This role is offered by Crouch Waterfall, a subsidiary of Vulcain Engineering Group.

As part of the Vulcain family, Crouch Waterfall brings decades of specialist experience in Civil, Structural, and Geotechnical Engineering to a wide range of UK infrastructure projects. Crouch Waterfall specialise in core areas of Bridges, Rail, Infrastructure, Buildings and Geotechnical Services, designing and co-ordinating projects from conception to completion. Established since 1981, the business has enjoyed steady growth driven by a committed and highly skilled workforce of 120 employees.

Due to business growth, we’re looking for a Senior Engineer (Drainage & Infrastructure) to join our multi-disciplinary team in Bristol. Reporting to the Associate leading the discipline, the Senior Engineer will oversee drainage and infrastructure design for multiple UK projects, supporting engineers and technicians on schemes ranging from small domestic works to £20m developments. Our projects span commercial, public sector, rail, domestic, and temporary works, offering variety and the chance to broaden your expertise.

Some of the main responsibilities will include:

• Prepare the detailed design of civil engineering and infrastructure projects, delivering drainage, highways and associated works across residential, commercial, education and leisure developments.
• Lead and coordinate project delivery, managing the full lifecycle of schemes while overseeing programme, quality and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues, helping them develop practical, high-quality solutions.
• Build strong client relationships, taking full ownership of liaison throughout delivery to confirm scope and deliverables, while identifying opportunities to secure and maximise future work.
• Produce flood risk assessments and planning documentation.
• Conduct inspections, site surveys, and technical assessments, producing detailed reports to inform design and project delivery.
• Review, check, and approve designs produced by others, providing feedback and ensuring technical excellence.
• Support business growth by contributing to the preparation of tenders and fee proposals.

This role offers true project ownership from bid stage to delivery, combining hands‑on technical responsibility with the opportunity to mentor others and progress into a leadership position.

Preferred Experience:

• Proficiency in Causeway Flow or MicroDrainage (Causeway Flow preferred).
• Skilled in AutoCAD Civil 3D, with proven experience in drainage design for residential, commercial, or other relevant building projects.
• Knowledge of flood risk assessments and planning support.
• Ideally Chartered (ICE) or working towards it.
• Experience and knowledge of UK design standards and planning requirements.
• Sector experience in infrastructure design is preferred.
• A client-focused approach, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Full UK driving license and own transport.
• Fluency in English language and the permanent right to work in the UK, alongside UK project experience.

Why Join Us?

At Crouch Waterfall, we’re committed to investing in our people through tailored training, mentoring, and real opportunities for progression. Whether you're aiming for Chartership, developing leadership skills, or looking for broader commercial exposure - we’ll support your growth every step of the way.

You’ll be part of supportive team with an open‑door culture, where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. We offer the chance to work across sectors - with proven success helping engineers move from buildings and commercial projects into infrastructure and heavy industry.

With a strong presence in the rail and construction sectors, and as part of the wider Vulcain Engineering Group, you'll benefit from international connections, long‑term stability, and a truly collaborative culture.

We offer a competitive salary tailored to your experience and background. Whether you're earlier in your career or bring more senior‑level expertise, we encourage you to apply if this role aligns with your skills, or if you're open to discussing other opportunities within this discipline.

We also offer a benefits package, both standard and enhanced, which is designed to support your wellbeing, development, and financial future, including:

• Hybrid working set‑up, with flexible working hours.
• Casual office attire and a relaxed and comfortable working environment
• Minimum 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, plus a day off on your Birthday
• Additional leave purchase scheme
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical Insurance
• Contributory Pension Scheme, up to 5%
• Cycle to work scheme

Crouch Waterfall is committed to valuing our diversity and eliminating discrimination. All our employees have an equal chance of advancement based upon merit, access to opportunities, and the training necessary to that end irrespective of your sex, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender re‑assignment, disability unrelated to the ability to carry out the job, or age.

We appreciate every application. However, due to the volume we receive, we’re only able to contact candidates who are shortlisted for this role or who may be a strong fit for future opportunities.