Civil Engineer - Drainage

Civil & Structural Engineering, Ecology and Environmental

Access Talent Group is currently recruiting for a medium-sized design consultancy based in Yorkshire. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Civil Engineer with expertise in drainage design and flood risk assessments to join a dynamic and growing team.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in designing sustainable drainage systems, assessing flood risks, and contributing to projects within a multidisciplinary team. You will be working on projects within the residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors with a large pipeline of work within the Environmental sector.

Responsibilities

• Drainage Design: Develop detailed designs for surface water and foul drainage systems using industry-standard software (e.g., MicroDrainage, Civil 3D, or similar).
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., SuDS, local authority guidance, national regulations).
• Flood Risk Assessments (FRA): Conduct flood risk assessments for planning applications, ensuring adherence to current legislation and best practices.
• Prepare risk assessments, site walkovers and oversee CCTV inspections.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders.
• Manage time and budgets.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in civil engineering, with a focus on drainage design and flood risk assessments.
• Technical Proficiency: Competence in drainage design software (e.g., MicroDrainage, Civil 3D, AutoCAD).
• Familiarity with flood risk modeling tools and GIS platforms is advantageous.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of SuDS principles, the UK planning system, and relevant design codes and standards.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Salary and benefits information as part of the package.
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave increases by one day for every three years of service.
• Life Insurance (three times annual salary).
• Access to Wider Wallet Benefits scheme.
• Paid professional subscriptions.

If you are an Engineer who is looking for a well-rounded Environmental consultancy with diverse projects, this role is for you. Please contact Cameron Green on or Email .