Civil Drainage Engineer - Infrastructure

Overview

Reference

CG467

Sector

Civil & Structural Engineering, Transport Infrastructure

We are seeking a skilled Civil Drainage and Infrastructure Engineer to join an External Works SME in a North West team in the United Kingdom. As a key member of our Civil Engineering Design team, you will be responsible for developing and infrastructure projects, ensuring their successful completion within budget and timeline. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in civil engineering and a proven track record of delivering high-quality infrastructure projects. Their projects cover the North West and Wales so having SABS Drainage experience would be advantageous.

About you

• Stay organised and focused on outcomes, while confidently challenging processes to drive progress.
• Approach problems creatively, with a proactive and solution-driven mindset.
• Maintain a strong eye for detail and communicate clearly, both in writing and verbally.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional growth, with a willingness to learn and share expertise.
• Bring experience in civil engineering, ideally on small to medium-scale building or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical design outputs across project stages, covering earthworks, pavement layouts, and sustainable drainage solutions from early feasibility through to construction.
• Liaise with external stakeholders including environmental agencies, water companies, drainage and highways authorities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, clients, and specialist consultants to achieve integrated project outcomes.
• Oversee programme and budgetary aspects of engineering deliverables, ensuring work is delivered on time and within scope.

Experience and qualifications

• Skilled user of design software such as Causeway Flow, PDS, and AutoCAD.
• Solid understanding of relevant procedures, regulations, and industry standards.
• HNC or degree in Civil Engineering, supported by at least three years of practical experience; progress towards professional accreditation is desirable.
• Comfortable handling multiple projects and managing client accounts simultaneously.

Benefits

• Flexible working - hybrid, remote or part time working hours
• Chartership development and support to pursue professional accreditation
• Cycle to work
• Private medical for Senior Engineers and above