Senior Drainage Engineer

engstaff-in; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Varied project portfolio

Professional development opportunities

City centre office

Job summary

engstaff-in is recruiting a Senior Drainage Engineer in Liverpool to lead drainage design for residential and large industrial/commercial developments. You’ll deliver concepts through to detailed designs, interact with clients, and manage multiple projects independently within a growing civil engineering team.

The role focuses on hands-on drainage design, technical leadership, and delivering compliant solutions across a varied portfolio while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Experience delivering drainage design for residential developments and/or large industrial/commercial schemes.
• Proficient with Civil 3D, Flow and Site3D.
• Ability to present technical information in client meetings.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead drainage designs and delivery for residential and large-scale developments.
• Produce and review drainage designs, calculations and documentation.
• Use Civil 3D, Flow and Site3D to develop drainage solutions.
• Attend client meetings and communicate design proposals clearly.
• Take ownership of projects and collaborate with the civil team.

Skills

Independent work

Client communication

Problem solving

Team liaison

Education

Civil Engineering degree/HNC/HND

Tools

Civil 3D

Flow

Site3D

Job description

I'm currently recruiting for a Senior Drainage Engineer to join an established civil engineering team based in Liverpool.

This is a hands-on senior engineering position, working across a range of residential developments and large industrial/commercial schemes. You’ll be responsible for delivering drainage design solutions from concept through to detailed design, whilst also providing technical input and acting as a key point of contact for clients.

The role is suited for an experienced drainage engineer who is comfortable working independently, managing their own projects and bringing strong technical knowledge to client meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead drainage designs and delivery of residential and large-scale industrial/commercial developments.
• Produce and review drainage designs, calculations and technical documentation.
• Use Civil 3D, Flow and Site3D to develop and deliver drainage solutions.
• Attend client meetings, providing clear technical advice and confidently communicating design proposals.
• Take ownership of projects and work closely with colleagues across the wider civil engineering team.
• Provide technical guidance and support to more junior members of the team where required.
• Liaise with clients and other project stakeholders to ensure designs meet project requirements, standards and programme.
• Review and resolve technical issues throughout the design process.

About You

• Experienced Drainage Engineer / Senior Drainage Engineer with a strong background in civil engineering consultancy.
• Proven experience delivering drainage design for residential developments and/or large industrial/commercial schemes.
• Strong working knowledge of Civil 3D, Flow and Site3D (or similar, ie. InfoDrainage)
• Confident dealing directly with clients and presenting technical information in meetings.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple projects and take ownership of technical delivery.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant degree/HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position with an established and growing engineering team.
• Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of residential and major industrial/commercial developments.
• Strong level of technical responsibility and client exposure.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for continued professional development.
• Strong culture and with a growing office in an already hugely successful company
• Office in the heart of the city just a short walk from Lime Street Station