Senior / Principal Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer in Exeter

Energy Jobline CVL; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional consultancy is seeking a Team Principal - Flood Risk to lead Flood Risk Assessments and drainage design projects in Exeter. The ideal candidate will have a 2:1 degree in Civil Engineering and 7-10 years of relevant experience. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension contributions

Life cover

Health and insurance packages

Cycle-to-work schemes

Gym membership discounts

Professional development support

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years experience in development planning.
• Proven experience in leading Flood Risk Assessments.
• Familiarity with the planning system and appeal processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects in Flood Risk and Drainage.
• Manage project finances and client meetings.
• Provide technical support and review technical drawings.

Skills

Strong numeracy

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

2:1 degree in Civil Engineering or related subject

Tools

MicroDrainage

FLOW

CAD

Job description

Overview

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Salary: Dependent on experience, with quarterly profit-related bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package

Position

Team Principal - Flood Risk – Infrastructure Engineering

Location: Exeter

Role

The Role

Responsibilities

• An award-winning, independent consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal (or Associate) Engineer to join our Flood Risk & Drainage Team. You will lead multiple projects, including Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategies for planning, and detailed drainage design. Reporting directly to senior management, your role will be to ensure that projects are delivered to the highest standards, meeting client expectations and adhering to our best practice processes.
• Manage project finances (including fee proposals and invoicing); represent the consultancy in client meetings and public consultations; mentor junior staff.
• Provide technical support to senior management on complex or sensitive projects, and review technical drawings produced by others to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• A 2:1 degree in Civil Engineering or a related subject, with professional qualification (or progress towards IEng/CEng through ICE or CIWEM)
• Ideally 7–10 years’ experience in development planning, preferably within the private sector
• Proven experience in conducting and leading Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategy development, and detailed drainage design
• Comprehensive knowledge of current flood risk and drainage design guidance and methodologies (e.g. CIRIA)
• Strong numeracy, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with key software such as MicroDrainage and FLOW; CAD experience is advantageous, with demonstrated ability to check others’ work
• Sound commercial awareness with experience in contract management, budgeting, and programme planning
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with the planning system and, ideally, experience in appeal processes
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Benefits

You will join a proactive and dynamic team that values individual autonomy and collaboration. Benefits include a competitive salary with bonus potential, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension contributions, life cover, and comprehensive health and insurance packages. They also offer enhanced parental leave, a range of additional benefits (such as cycle-to-work schemes and gym membership discounts), and robust support for professional development through training and an ICE-accredited programme.

About the Company

A regional consultancy specialising in development planning and infrastructure services, with strong ties to Devon and the Exeter area. Local offices provide excellent connectivity and a collaborative working environment. They are proud to be recognised for innovative and sustainable approaches to projects across sectors including residential, commercial, and public infrastructure.

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