Civil Engineer - Drainage

For more information on this vacancy, reach out to Jason Johns at RGB Recruitment.

Civil Engineer – Drainage

106398

Somerset

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a civil engineer with at least three years’ post-qualification experience to take ownership of drainage design projects, develop client relationships and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary design and construction teams.

You will be involved throughout the development process, from initial feasibility studies and drainage strategies through to detailed design, construction support and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop drainage solutions for sewage, surface water requirements.
• Prepare drainage strategies and feasibility studies.
• Produce detailed drainage designs and construction drawings.
• Undertake flood risk assessments and apply Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) principles.
• Liaise with clients and multidisciplinary design teams, including architects, structural engineers and geotechnical specialists.
• Support construction teams with setting-out drawings, construction details and clash analysis.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Work independently and collaboratively within the design team, supporting colleagues where required.
• Take responsibility for client relationships and technical delivery, appropriate to your experience.

Desirable Experience

Experience or knowledge in the following areas would be advantageous:

• Nutrient neutrality.
• Pumping station and rising main design.
• Sewage treatment.

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive package, including:

• Salary of up to £50,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time employment.
• Hybrid or office-based working, with a minimum of three days per week in the office for hybrid workers.
• Mentored training and support towards professional qualifications with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
• Employer pension contributions.
• Life cover.
• Health and wellbeing support through a paid health cash plan.
• Eligibility for an annual performance-related bonus.
• Flexible holiday trading options.
• 22 days’ annual leave plus eight bank holidays.
• Company closure over the Christmas period.
• Ongoing training, professional development and opportunities to upskill.