Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer

Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer

Location: Manchester or London (hybrid working)
Contract: Permanent | Full-time or Part-time

We are working with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy seeking a Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer to join their expanding Water Services team.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied range of planning-led projects across public and private sector developments. The position can be based in either Manchester or London, with flexible working available.

The Role

You will support projects from concept through to delivery, contributing to high-quality drainage and flood risk solutions. Responsibilities include:

Preparing Drainage Strategies and planning support documents

Producing drainage designs in line with current standards and guidance

Creating technical drawings, plans and specifications

Supporting flood risk and drainage projects across a range of developments

Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Building strong client relationships

Mentoring junior team members where appropriate

About You

Candidates should have:

A relevant degree or equivalent experience

At least 3 years' experience in drainage design (surface water and foul systems)

Experience designing SuDS schemes

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Understanding of pumping station design and flood risk assessments

Strong communication skills and a proactive approach

Desirable

Project management experience

GIS experience (ideally QGIS)

Working toward or holding professional membership

Experience with Sections 104, 106 and 278

What's On Offer

Competitive salary depending on experience

25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy more)

Company pension scheme

Flexible and hybrid working

Chartership and career development support

Wellbeing initiatives and employee benefits
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed