Senior Drainage & SUDS Engineer - Multiple UK locations

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Drainage & SUDS Engineer to join their dynamic team in Birmingham. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with a diverse range of clients, including local authorities and developers, to deliver innovative drainage solutions on major projects. Your expertise in AutoCAD and hydraulic modelling will be essential as you ensure compliance with regulations and manage project timelines. With a focus on sustainability and digital services, this opportunity allows you to mentor junior engineers while contributing to cutting-edge infrastructure developments. Join a forward-thinking consultancy that values work-life balance and offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Generous leave

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Chartered status in engineering is essential for this role.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and hydraulic modelling is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Develop drainage design solutions and manage multi-disciplinary projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and deliver projects on time.

Skills

AutoCAD

Hydraulic modelling (Microdrainage/Civils 3D)

CDM Regulations

Project Management

Communication Skills

SUDS Expertise

Design & Build Environment Experience

BIM Awareness

Education

Chartered status (ICE or CIWEM)

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

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05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

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Job summary

As a Senior Drainage Engineer, you will work with a variety of clients including water companies, local authorities, highways and rail authorities, and developers on major projects. You will be part of a team that develops cutting-edge digital services.

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Senior Drainage and SUDS Engineer - Multiple UK locations (Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, Leeds, London, etc.)

Our client, a global multi-disciplinary consultancy and a leading name in Surface Water Management (SWM), is seeking a Senior Drainage & SUDS Engineer to join their national team.

With opportunities across various UK locations, including Epsom, Bristol, Cardiff, Warrington, Scotland, Belfast, Leeds, Manchester, and Birmingham, you will work on major projects with diverse clients. You will contribute to developing innovative digital services and engineering solutions in Surface Water Management and SUDS.

The Role:

As a Senior Drainage & SUDS Engineer, you will:

• Develop drainage design solutions on multi-disciplinary projects
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and safety standards
• Manage and deliver projects on time and within budget
• Deliver technical presentations to promote SUDS expertise
• Prepare proposals for project opportunities
• Mentor and develop junior team members
• Coordinate with other disciplines and site teams

Key Requirements:

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Chartered status (ICE or CIWEM)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and hydraulic modelling (Microdrainage and/or Civils 3D)
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations
• Proven track record in delivering high-standard projects
• Excellent communication skills
• A passion for innovative and sustainable solutions
• Experience in Design & Build environments
• Collaboration experience on multi-disciplinary projects
• Commercial acumen
• Ability to motivate and develop others
• Awareness of BIM and digital design processes

What We Offer:

Our client values work-life balance and offers flexible working arrangements. You will work in a diverse, inclusive environment, with a competitive salary, generous leave, and benefits.

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