Senior/Principal Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer

Aldwych Consulting; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in infrastructure solutions seeks a Senior/Principal Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer to lead development-focused projects in Guildford. The role includes managing infrastructure schemes, flood risk assessments, and stakeholder communication. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering, strong drainage experience, and proficiency in relevant software. This position offers a competitive salary, career progression, and various employee benefits, promoting a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary + bonus scheme

25 days' holiday + birthday leave

Gym/sports club contribution

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong experience in drainage and flood risk analysis and design.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects.
• Experience working with local authorities and developers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and technical delivery of infrastructure schemes.
• Undertake Flood Risk Assessments and produce Drainage Strategies.
• Present technical information clearly to various audiences.

Skills

Drainage and flood risk work

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage

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Senior/Principal Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer
Guildford (Hybrid Working) | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer with a passion for delivering innovative infrastructure solutions? I'm currently working with a leading consultancy that's looking to grow its dynamic team with the addition of a Senior/Principal Engineer.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established firm with a strong reputation for successfully planning and delivering development schemes across the UK. Working across both the public and private sectors, they specialise in infrastructure design and transport planning - and they're known for solving complex challenges through practical, collaborative solutions.

The Role:
Based in Guildford with hybrid working flexibility, this role will see you taking the lead on a variety of development-focused projects. You'll play a key role from concept through to delivery, using your technical expertise to shape high-quality outcomes that have a real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and technical delivery of infrastructure schemes

Undertake Flood Risk Assessments and produce effective Drainage Strategies

Apply software such as AutoCAD, MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage for design and analysis

Manage projects efficiently, ensuring deadlines and client satisfaction are achieved

Work closely with stakeholders including local authorities, developers, and planning teams

Present complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

What They're Looking For:

A degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline

Strong experience in drainage and flood risk work (FRA, SuDS design, etc.)

Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects

Proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage (or similar)

Strong communication skills and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset

What's On Offer:
This is a company that really values its people. Alongside a modern working environment and strong career progression prospects, they offer a comprehensive package designed to support both your professional and personal wellbeing:

Competitive salary + company-wide bonus scheme

25 days' holiday + birthday leave + long service rewards

Option to buy additional leave

Gym/sports club contribution

Cycle to Work Scheme + EV Salary Sacrifice

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and work on a variety of high-impact development schemes, I'd love to hear from you.

Will Herman
07581619823

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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