Senior Drainage Engineer – Hybrid UK Transport Projects

Jacobs; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer to influence transport infrastructure across highways and rail in the UK. You will deliver drainage designs from feasibility to detailed design, mentor engineers, and partner with clients such as National Highways, Transport Scotland, and Network Rail to push sustainable solutions.

You’ll join a high-performing UK Transportation team, contribute to a global drainage network, and help drive innovative, safe, and efficient drainage delivery across major

Qualifications

• Knowledge of health and safety legislation relevant to drainage projects.
• Experience delivering drainage and/or transportation schemes across multiple stages.
• Understanding of DMRB and UK rail standards and SuDS related guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality drainage designs across feasibility, detailed design, and contract documentation.
• Lead and contribute to multidisciplinary collaboration with clients and stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, forecast costs, and support programme and budget management.
• Champion innovation and best value in design methods and processes.
• Ensure compliance with CDM designer responsibilities and Jacobs quality systems.

Skills

H&S legislation knowledge

Experience delivering drainage/rail/HD

Understanding of DMRB/UK rail

Collaborative team player

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered or working towards Chartered

Tools

Drainage modelling software

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer to influence transport infrastructure across highways and rail in the UK. You will deliver drainage designs from feasibility to detailed design, mentor engineers, and partner with clients such as National Highways, Transport Scotland, and Network Rail to push sustainable solutions.

You’ll join a high-performing UK Transportation team, contribute to a global drainage network, and help drive innovative, safe, and efficient drainage delivery across major