Senior Drainage Engineer

Senior Drainage Engineer

Full-Time 50 - 60 Β£ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
Hays Construction and Property

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the design of drainage systems for major infrastructure projects.
  • Company: Join a top Tier 1 consultancy in Liverpool or Wymondham.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible contract with potential extensions.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to work on diverse projects.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile projects while advancing your career.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental discipline; strong drainage design experience.

The predicted salary is between 50 - 60 Β£ per hour.

We are currently looking for a Senior Drainage Engineer to join a leading Tier 1 consultancy in Liverpool OR Wymondham. You will be working across a range of major infrastructure frameworks, delivering drainage and SuDS design on high-profile projects.

Initial 6 month contract, likely continual extensions through a healthy pipeline. Start date ASAP.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the design of drainage and SuDS systems in line with UK and European standards
  • Produce and review calculations, reports, and technical designs
  • Prepare drainage strategies and support flood risk assessments
  • Liaise with local authorities, sewer operators, and environmental bodies (e.g. EA, NRW)
  • Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams across multiple projects
Requirements
  • Degree qualified (BEng/BSc/MEng/MSc) in Civil Engineering or Environmental discipline
  • Chartered or working towards (ICE, CIWEM or similar)
  • Strong experience in drainage and SuDS design (CIRIA C753)
  • Proficient with InfoDrainage (or similar software)
  • Good understanding of BIM (ISO 19650) and UK construction/CDM regulations
  • Experience liaising with key stakeholders and approval bodies
Desirable
  • Experience with adoptable sewer applications
  • Experience producing Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategy reports

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Senior Drainage Engineer employer: Hays Construction and Property

Join a leading Tier 1 consultancy in Liverpool or Wymondham, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering innovative drainage and SuDS designs for high-profile infrastructure projects. With a strong focus on employee development, collaborative work culture, and a commitment to sustainability, this role offers competitive rates and the opportunity for continual contract extensions, making it an excellent choice for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.

Hays Construction and Property

Contact Details:

Hays Construction and Property Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Drainage Engineer

Drainage Design
SuDS Design
Civil Engineering
Environmental Discipline
CIRIA C753
InfoDrainage
BIM (ISO 19650)