Job type
PermanentLocation
GlasgowWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Civil EngineeringIndustry
EngineeringPay
Up to £55,000 DoE
Join a leading international consultancy, gaining invaluable experience
Job Opportunity: Senior SuDS Drainage Engineer
Location: Glasgow
Company Information:
Join one of the largest engineering and design consultancies in the UK, successfully delivering multidisciplinary projects to clients. This consultancy team provides design services to a range of clients, including water companies, Local Authorities, and Developers, who specialise in Surface Water Management (SWM), drainage design, and wastewater projects.
Join one of the largest engineering and design consultancies in the UK, successfully delivering multidisciplinary projects to clients. This consultancy team provides design services to a range of clients, including water companies, Local Authorities, and Developers, who specialise in Surface Water Management (SWM), drainage design, and wastewater projects.
Role Overview:
Due to a growing workload in the UK and internationally, we are seeking to appoint a Senior SuDS Drainage Engineer. You will be part of a team within the Asset Planning and Solutions Practice, leading and shaping the dialogue and policy within the UK and internationally on integrating green-blue infrastructure into drainage, development, and master planning.
Due to a growing workload in the UK and internationally, we are seeking to appoint a Senior SuDS Drainage Engineer. You will be part of a team within the Asset Planning and Solutions Practice, leading and shaping the dialogue and policy within the UK and internationally on integrating green-blue infrastructure into drainage, development, and master planning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and deliver engineering projects from inception to handover, ensuring they meet budget and deadlines.
- Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams across the UK and internationally.
- Ensure project quality meets agreed standards and specifications.
- Develop strong client relationships and propose best value technical solutions.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers.
- Commit to Health and Safety standards and have a good knowledge of CDM requirements.
- Apply digital engineering initiatives and innovative advances in water sector solutions.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Civil Engineering or a relevant subject.
- Previous consultancy experience.
- Demonstrable experience in Surface Water Management, drainage design, and Water Engineering.
- Proficiency in drainage design, SuDS, and relevant software (e.g., MicroDrainage, InfoWorks ICM).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable Skills:
- Understanding of relevant legislation.
- Experience with additional software such as Civils3D or GIS packages.
- Knowledge of statutory consents, planning approvals, and assessments.
- Chartered member of ICE or CIWEM, or working towards Chartership.
- Full UK driving licence.
Why Join Us?
- Recognised as a top employer by LinkedIn and The Times.
- Commitment to innovation, engineering net-zero, and creating social value.
- Active employee networks and support for under-represented groups.
- Programmes supporting communities, including schools, charities, and professionals returning after career breaks.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now, on 0161 236 4949.
