Senior Civil Engineer - Water & Flooding in Birmingham

Senior Civil Engineer - Water & Flooding in Birmingham

Birmingham Full-Time 50000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead impactful flood management projects and develop innovative engineering solutions.
  • Company: Dynamic engineering consultancy focused on community resilience and environmental protection.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
  • Other info: Join a diverse team committed to innovation and sustainability in engineering.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in communities while advancing your career in civil engineering.
  • Qualifications: Chartered Engineer or nearing Chartership with experience in flood risk management and water infrastructure.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.

Location: Birmingham, Manchester or Cardiff (Hybrid Working Available)

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package

Ready to lead projects that genuinely make communities more resilient? If you're a Civil Engineer with experience in flood risk management, drainage or water infrastructure, this is an opportunity to work on projects that directly improve the environment and protect communities from future flooding.

The Opportunity

  • You’ll join a growing team delivering flood resilience and water management schemes across the UK, working on projects from early feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.
  • With a strong pipeline of secured work and a genuine commitment to professional development, this role offers the chance to take ownership of projects while continuing to develop your technical and leadership skills.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Leading the development and delivery of flood management and water engineering designs.
  • Producing and reviewing feasibility studies, appraisal reports and technical assessments.
  • Developing innovative engineering solutions and presenting options to clients and stakeholders.
  • Preparing and checking design calculations, drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
  • Managing project programmes, resources and budgets.
  • Building and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.
  • Supporting bid submissions and business development activities.
  • Undertaking site inspections, surveys and contractor supervision when required.
  • Providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineers within the team.

What's In It For You?

  • The opportunity to work on nationally significant flood resilience and water management projects.
  • A clear pathway towards further technical, project management or leadership progression.
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements that support work‑life balance.
  • Exposure to a broad range of clients and infrastructure sectors.
  • A collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise are valued.
  • Ongoing investment in professional development and chartership support.

About You

You’ll likely be a Chartered Engineer, or approaching Chartership, with experience delivering flood risk management, drainage, water or civil infrastructure projects within a consultancy or engineering environment.

Experience and Skills

You’re comfortable producing technically sound engineering solutions, managing project delivery and working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Experience in flood management design, feasibility studies, project management and relevant industry standards will be highly advantageous, alongside strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of disability, marriage, civil partnership, maternity, religion or belief.

Senior Civil Engineer - Water & Flooding in Birmingham employer: Energy Jobline ZR

Ganymede is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises professional development and work-life balance through hybrid working arrangements. As a Senior Civil Engineer in Birmingham, you'll have the unique opportunity to lead impactful projects that enhance community resilience against flooding, while benefiting from a supportive environment that values your expertise and fosters career progression.

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Contact Details:

Energy Jobline ZR Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Civil Engineer - Water & Flooding in Birmingham

Flood Risk Management
Drainage Design
Water Infrastructure
Feasibility Studies
Technical Assessments
Engineering Solutions Development
Design Calculations