Infrastructure Engineer

Infrastructure Engineer
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Infrastructure and Drainage Engineer to join a growing consultancy team. You will work closely with transport planners, highway engineers, drainage specialists and clients across both public and private sectors to deliver high-quality drainage and surface water management design, assessment, and advice throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
·Lead the drainage and surface water management design for development, highway, and infrastructure schemes.
·Prepare sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) strategies, hydraulic calculations (1D/2D modelling), flow control, attenuation and outfall design.
·Undertake Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), drainage impact assessments and provide advice on flood mitigation.
·Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams (highways, transport planning, structural, environmental) to integrate drainage with wider infrastructure.
·Produce technical reports, drawings, and specifications using industry-standard software (e.g. MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.).
·Liaise with regulators, local authorities, drainage boards, statutory undertakers, and stakeholders to secure technical approvals or adoptability.
·Quality review of drainage deliverables produced by others.
·Mentor junior engineers and assist in growing internal capability.
·Keep abreast of evolving standards, guidance, legislation (e.g. CIRIA SuDS Manual, National Planning Policy, local drainage standards).
·Contribute to business development including proposals, tender responses and client engagements.
Qualifications & Experience
·Bachelor's (or higher) degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
·Chartered (CEng) or actively working toward chartership (ICE, CIWEM, etc.) preferred.
·Experience in drainage design, flood risk, and infrastructure projects in the UK.
·Proficient in industry-standard hydraulic modelling tools (e.g. MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage etc.).
·Strong knowledge of UK drainage and flooding policy, guidance and standards.
·Experience submitting drainage designs for adoption by local authorities or drainage bodies.
·Excellent technical writing skills, ability to present complex information clearly.
·Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
·Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.
·Proactive problem-solver with attention to detail and commitment to high-quality delivery.
What We Offer
·Opportunity to work on challenging and varied infrastructure and drainage projects across the UK.
·Professional development support (chartership, training, mentoring).
·Flexible working arrangements (e.g. hybrid or remote days).
·Competitive salary and benefits.
·Friendly, collaborative working environment.
·Exposure to business development and client engagement.