Urban Drainage Lead – Water & Utilities

TOBIN CONSULTING ENGINEERS; Galway; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Galway is seeking an experienced Urban Drainage Lead. You will guide a multidisciplinary team in developing innovative solutions for urban drainage and water infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has a degree in Civil Engineering, strong leadership skills, and proven experience in wastewater networks. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in wastewater networks and urban drainage.
• Strong leadership skills managing teams and projects.
• Passion for sustainability and climate resilience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow multidisciplinary teams in urban drainage projects.
• Develop integrated urban drainage strategies.
• Champion blue-green infrastructure innovations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Innovative Infrastructure Solutions

Environmental Stewardship

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Chartered Engineer status or working towards it

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Urban Drainage Lead to guide our team in developing and delivering innovative solutions for wastewater networks, integrated urban drainage plans, sustainable urban drainage systems (SuDS), and blue-green infrastructure. This role is central to shaping resilient, sustainable cities that balance engineering excellence with environmental stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and specialists working on urban drainage and water infrastructure projects.
• Develop and implement integrated urban drainage strategies that align with climate resilience and sustainability goals.
• Champion innovation in blue-green infrastructure and sustainable drainage practices.
• Technical Delivery
  • Oversee design, modelling, and delivery of wastewater network improvements and SuDS projects.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, environmental policies, and best practice guidelines.
  • Integrate nature-based solutions into urban drainage planning to enhance biodiversity and community wellbeing.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Collaborate with local authorities, utilities, developers, and community groups to deliver holistic drainage solutions.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Represent the organisation at industry forums, conferences, and stakeholder meetings.
• Drive research and adoption of emerging technologies in urban water management.
• Monitor performance of implemented systems and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to thought leadership in sustainable urban infrastructure.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, or related discipline.
• Member of CIWEM, Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) preferred.
• Proven experience in wastewater networks, urban drainage, and SuDS design/delivery.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Passion for sustainability, climate resilience, and innovative infrastructure solutions.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead transformative projects that shape the future of urban water resilience.
• Collaborative, forward-thinking environment with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

How to Apply:

If you feel that this opportunity is something you may be interested in and would like an opportunity to discuss the matter further, please forward apply directly via the following link: TOBIN – Urban Drainage Lead