Overview

This role will primarily involve delivering drainage and highway infrastructure designs for a wide range of new developments, varying in type and scale. You’ll work closely with project managers across the business, helping to meet and exceed client expectations. We're committed to maintaining the high standard of innovative solutions and service our clients rely on, and your ability to learn quickly, adapt, and contribute fresh ideas will be a key asset in this position.

The role

• Develop technical highway and drainage designs to support S104, S38 and S278 applications.
• Undertake a variety of technical assessments for new developments.
• Explain technical concepts to others including more junior colleagues and clients.
• Check technical outputs, drawings and reports produced by junior staff.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of presentations and present information to internal and external groups.
• Manage projects with moderate supervision ensuring outputs are delivered on time and to an excellent standard.
• Provide updates on the progress of tasks in line with programmes.
• Write reports and liaise with Clients / Project Managers on the management and co-ordination of projects.
• Ensure compliance with the relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, innovations, and best practices in infrastructure engineering and construction.

What’s on offer

• Role in an established office with flexible, hybrid working options.
• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive working culture.
• Structured professional development, including support toward chartership.
• A varied and rewarding workload across sectors and scales.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Payment of subscription to Professional Institution
• Life Assurance

What you need to succeed

• A degree or higher qualification in Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in UK development-related infrastructure engineering.
• Demonstrate suitable knowledge of relevant design standards including DMRB, Manual for Streets, Sewers for Adoption, local road standards and relevant national planning policy.
• Be experienced in the preparation of highways and drainage design and in particular S38, S278 and S104 processes.
• Knowledge and application of drainage design from first principles and experience in the use of MicroDrainage and/or Causeway flow software.
• Have experience in writing flood risk assessments or drainage strategies for development projects.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and written skills.
• Be motivated, enthusiastic and committed to further developing your career in Civil Engineering.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Have basic skills or a good understanding of AutoCAD and Civils 3D.
• A full UK driving license, as the role may require you to visit sites only accessible by car.