Senior Civil Engineer – Lead Drainage & Flood Risk

Energy Jobline ZR; Etwall CP; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Technical autonomy

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer in Derby to own civil and infrastructure design from feasibility to technical approval, with a strong focus on drainage and flood risk.

You will collaborate with clients, local authorities and internal teams on residential and mixed‑use schemes, delivering robust designs and managing programme.

The role offers technical leadership and mentoring of junior engineers, with clear opportunities for career progression in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Around 6+ years UK consultancy experience as a Senior Civil Engineer
• Strong background in drainage, infrastructure, and flood risk
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and drainage software
• Confident communicator with good commercial awareness

Responsibilities

• Delivering drainage, infrastructure, and flood risk design for residential and mixed-use developments
• Preparing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy reports
• Leading S104, S38, and S278 submissions through technical approval
• Undertaking site appraisals, feasibility studies, and cut and fill assessments
• Managing multiple projects while maintaining quality and programme
• Acting as a key technical contact for clients and design teams
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Drainage software

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer in Derby to own civil and infrastructure design from feasibility to technical approval, with a strong focus on drainage and flood risk.

You will collaborate with clients, local authorities and internal teams on residential and mixed‑use schemes, delivering robust designs and managing programme.

The role offers technical leadership and mentoring of junior engineers, with clear opportunities for career progression in a supportive team.