Senior Drainage Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy seeks a Senior Drainage Engineer in Birmingham. This role offers opportunities for professional development, involvement in diverse projects, and the chance to mentor junior engineers. With a competitive salary and flexible working options, it promises significant career growth.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Generous annual leave allowance

Extensive training and mentorship

Team-building activities and social events

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in drainage design within the infrastructure sector.
• Good knowledge of UK engineering standards related to drainage.
• Ability to manage projects from conception to delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and implementation of drainage systems for residential projects.
• Produce conceptual drainage designs from conception to construction.
• Liaise with clients, providing technical guidance and support.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Communication

Time Management

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or similar

Tools

MicroDrainage

Civils 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

My client, a highly-respected, diverse Multidisciplinary Consultancy is currently searching for a Senior Drainage Engineer to join their growing team of experts in the lively, diverse city of Birmingham, in the West Midlands region.

Essential Criteria:

• A Degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a similar, relevant discipline
• Extensive experience in drainage design within the infrastructure or development sector
• Excellent knowledge of UK engineering standards relating to drainage and highways
• Experience of working with the relevant Section Agreements (S104 and S106), and the interpretation and discharge of planning conditions
• Good working knowledge of the relevant software packages, including MicroDrainage, Civils 3D, AutoCAD, and other, similar programmes
• Experience of stakeholder engagement and management, dealing with a range of client needs
• Ability to manage projects at all stages, from conception through to successful delivery

It would also benefit applicants for the role of Senior Drainage Engineer to possess the following:

– Excellent communication skills

– Good time management skills

– Willingness to proactively work on own initiative, as well as part of a team

In your exciting role of Senior Drainage Engineer, you will join an expert team of design engineers, with a view to developing and progressing within your career. The role will involve a variety of responsibilities, including:

• Manage the design and implementation of drainage systems for a range of new build and redevelopment projects, primarily across residential developments
• Produce conceptual drainage and infrastructure designs, from conception through to construction
• Work with other colleagues and stakeholders to produce integrated design solutions
• Liaise with clients and other stakeholders, providing them with technical guidance and support
• Lead the preparation of design reports, drawings, and technical memorandums
• Assist with the preparation and submission of planning applications, coordinating with local authorities and a range of other clients
• Mentor junior engineers and other colleagues in their development
• Provide business development support, contributing to the preparation of business proposals, etc.

As Senior Drainage Engineer, you will have access to a range of company benefits, including the following:

• Competitive base salary, including annual reviews
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
• Generous annual leave allowance, rising with number of years’ service
• Extensive training and mentorship opportunities, with a view to developing your career
• Regular team-building activities and social events
• Access to a diverse catalogue of high-profile projects

If you are interested in applying for the role of Senior Drainage Engineer, please do not hesitate to contact me directly by emailing [e-mail], or by calling 01792 957388. Please also visit our website, www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk, to view a range of other vacancies.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.