Sustainable Drainage - Senior Engineer (Water)

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their Blue Green Infrastructure team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex stormwater projects, providing technical expertise and guidance while collaborating with diverse professionals. You will engage in high-profile projects, enhance client relationships, and contribute to innovative solutions that address pressing environmental challenges. With a commitment to work-life balance and personal development, this position promises a fulfilling career path where your contributions will make a significant impact on communities and the environment.

Benefits

flexible working options

gym discounts

health and wellbeing programs

personal development training

mentoring support

hybrid work from home two days a week

Qualifications

• Experience in urban drainage design and checking technical outputs.
• Knowledge of hydraulic modelling software and GIS tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input on urban drainage projects.
• Support development of engineering solutions from feasibility to design.

Skills

urban drainage design

technical oversight

client relationship management

knowledge sharing

Education

degree in civil or environmental engineering

degree in environmental science

degree in geography

Tools

InfoWorks

FLOW

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

QGIS

MapInfo

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

To find out more about Storm Water and Flood Risk Management, click on the following link: https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/services/stormwater-and-flood-risk-management

A little more about your role…

Working as part of a team providing expertise and delivering solutions on a wide range of complex stormwater issues using green infrastructure and sustainable drainage practices. You will provide advice and guidance to engineers within the team, and to others within the wider WSP business, as well as applying your technical skills to projects of local and importance. You can expect to:

• Provide technical input on urban drainage projects
• Have technical oversight of engineers, ensuring high-quality outputs
• Support the development of engineering solutions, from feasibility studies to detailed design and construction
• Oversee the preparation of reports and supporting drawings, specifications, and schedules
• Develop and maintain excellent client relationships
• Be multi-disciplinary and client-facing, coordinating project meetings both internally and with clients
• Contribute to the learning of the wider team through knowledge sharing exercises
• Promote the WSP brand through industry forums and conferences

Your Team

As a Senior Engineer, you will play a pivotal role within the Blue Green Infrastructure team and help in its ongoing development. The team comprises engineers with diverse industry experience, working on projects across WSP’s client base.

You could support the team in:

• Public realm improvement schemes & SuDS retrofit
• Reviewing engineering designs for urban drainage projects
• Working on high-profile projects, including HS2, Smart Motorways
• Helping local authorities prevent flooding to homes and businesses
• Developing proposals and winning work
• Managing budgets and projects for successful delivery
• Ensuring the team remains skilled, engaged, and motivated

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A degree in civil or environmental engineering, construction, environmental science, geography, or related fields
• Experience in urban drainage design and checking technical outputs
• Knowledge of hydraulic modelling software (e.g., InfoWorks, FLOW)
• Competence with AutoCAD
• Familiarity with GIS tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo)

Don’t meet all criteria? Apply anyway, and we’ll see how your experience aligns with this role and other opportunities.

Imagine a better future for you and for us all.

Join our talented community committed to making a positive impact. Our global team includes over 69,000 employees working to serve communities worldwide.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are a leading engineering and professional services firm with 69,300 passionate people dedicated to creating positive, lasting impacts through innovation and integrity. With over 9,000 professionals in the UK and Ireland, we are committed to our local communities and supported by international expertise.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

We value your personal time and offer flexible working options, including hybrid work from home two days a week and modern office environments.

Inclusivity & Health & Wellbeing

We embrace diversity and support inclusive cultures through employee resource groups. Our Thrive programme and Med24 service promote health and wellbeing, including NHS doctor access, gym discounts, and menopause support.

Flex your time

Our “WSP My Hour” initiative allows you to dedicate time daily for personal activities, with flexible options for making up hours and using leave entitlements.

Your development

We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and supporting Chartership pursuits.

#WeAreWSP

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background, race, gender, or belief. We ensure accessible application processes and workplace adjustments for disabled applicants.