Senior/Principal Drainage Engineer

Mattinson Partnership; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist consultancy is seeking a Senior or Principal Drainage Engineer for their Christchurch office. This role offers the chance to contribute to high-quality design solutions across drainage and flood risk sectors, with a strong focus on professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible/hybrid working

Tailored development program

Comprehensive benefits package

Vibrant, inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years' UK experience in drainage and flood risk for highways/residential projects.
• Chartered or working toward chartered status.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies.
• Design drainage and infrastructure levels using industry standard software.
• Help mentor junior staff and contribute to business growth.

Skills

Report Writing

Client Liaison

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Geography

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage/Flow

Civil 3D

Job description

Senior / Principal Drainage Engineer - Christchurch
A specialist consultancy is seeking a Senior or Principal Drainage Engineer to join their Christchurch office, supporting a growing portfolio of infrastructure projects. This is a strong opportunity to contribute to high-quality, integrated design solutions across drainage, flood risk, and broader infrastructure sectors.

What They Offer:
Salary 39,000 - 65,000
Flexible/hybrid working after initial period (min. 3 days in office)
Tailored development program with support toward IEng/CEng
Vibrant, inclusive work culture with regular social events
Comprehensive benefits package and strong work-life balance

Requirements:
Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, or related field (2:1 or above)
5+ years' UK experience in drainage and flood risk for highways/residential projects
Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroDrainage/Flow, Civil 3D
Strong report writing, client liaison, and stakeholder engagement skills
Chartered or working toward chartered status

Duties:
Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies
Design drainage and infrastructure levels using industry standard software
Manage clients, liaise with third parties, and represent the company at meetings
Undertake site visits and support environmental reporting
Help mentor junior staff and contribute to business growth

Location: Christchurch, Dorset (must be able to reliably commute or relocate)
Right to Work: Must have UK work authorisation; no sponsorship available

If this sounds like the right fit for your next move, apply here or send your CV and if it's a match, I'll be in touch.