At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design teams in flood risk and drainage projects while mentoring junior engineers.
- Company: Join a renowned global design consultancy with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, enhanced leave, bonuses, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in urban development and build strong client relationships.
- Qualifications: Chartered Engineer status and experience in drainage design required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Our client is a well-known global design consultancy who are looking for an Associate / Associate Director level Engineer who specialises in Flood Risk & Drainage to join their Southampton based team.
You will be specifically supporting the Development team, who provide transport planning, civil infrastructure and urban design support on development and masterplanning projects.
As an Associate or Associate Director, you will provide technical leadership to our design teams and will use your knowledge and skills to deliver the right quality to time and budget.
You will use those attributes to lead design teams and to mentor and support junior team members.
- What’s on offer
- Hybrid / Flexible working
- Car Allowance
- Enhanced annual leave
- Enhanced maternity / paternity leave
- Bonus scheme
- Private medical insurance
- High street discounts
- & more
The role
- Develop and nurture excellent relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs are met and expectations exceeded.
- Lead a team in the preparation and submission of S104 applications, providing crucial drainage design support for S106 and S278 designs.
- Utilise your comprehensive understanding of industry guidelines including NPPF, Su DS Manual, The Design and Construction Guidance, and related technical standards.
- Review technical reports, effectively conveying complex technical information in a clear and concise manner.
- Lead discussions with the Lead Local Flood Authorities, (LLFA), Environment Agency, (EA) and Water Authorities, (WA).
- Champion health and safety practices within the workplace and during the design process.
- Display strong interpersonal and communication skills, thriving both independently and as a collaborator.
- Manage and execute projects within agreed upon timeframes and budgets.
- Oversee a team producing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy Reports.
- Very proficient in detailed drainage design through to construction.
- Mentor and develop the skills of junior team members, fostering their professional growth.
- What you need to succeed
- Chartered Engineer, (CEng) status with the ICE or CIWEM.
- Proven track record in building and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Strong experience in preparing and submitting S104 applications and providing drainage design support for S106 and S278 designs.
- Support the Place Lead in the leadership of the Development team alongside other Senior Team Members.
- Driving business development by being embedded within local networks of decision makers and establishing lasting relationships.
- Winning work from key accounts and align the business to secure major opportunities and an increasing order book.
- Leading and support bids by contributing reviewing and authorising submissions and by demonstrating added value both commercially and technically.
- Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensure the team complies with SHEQ, (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).
- Detailed knowledge of industry guidelines such as NPPF, Su DS Manual, The Design and Construction Guidance, and relevant technical standards.
- Excellent technical reporting writing and review skills.
- Providing strategic direction and highly visible leadership.
- Engaging with the Technical Leadership Group, (TLG) to promote technical innovation, best practice and technological advancements for infrastructure development for major projects.
- Track record in securing new workstreams and generating new business opportunities in the Development sector / market.
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Associate / Associate Director - Flood Risk & Drainage in Eastleigh employer: Strata Consulting
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Structural Engineer in Leeds, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping diverse structural projects across the north of England. Our company fosters a supportive work culture with flexible working arrangements, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally. With competitive benefits including a contributory pension scheme, annual bonuses, and social activities, we are committed to creating a rewarding environment for our employees.
