Nottingham
Engineering
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
09/06/2025
30/06/2025
My client, a large, highly-respected Multidisciplinary Consultancy is currently searching for a Senior Drainage Engineer to join their growing team of experts in the beautiful city of Nottingham, in the Midlands region of England.
Essential Criteria:
* A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, or a similar, relevant discipline
* Demonstrable experience in drainage design, particularly within the infrastructure or development sectors
* Excellent knowledge of UK engineering standards relating to drainage and highways, including the relevant Section Agreements
* Experience of working with Section Agreements S104 and S106, as well as the interpretation and discharge of planning conditions
* Good working knowledge of the relevant software packages, including MicroDrainage, Civils 3D, AutoCAD, and similar
* Experience of stakeholder engagement and management, with a range of clients
* Ability to manage projects at all stages, from conception through to successful delivery
It would also benefit applicants for the role of Senior Drainage Engineer to possess the following skills:
- Excellent communication skills
- Good time management skills
- Willingness to proactively work on own initiative, as well as collaboratively with a team
In your exciting role of Senior Drainage Engineer, you will join a specialist team of experts in their respective engineering and design fields, with a view to developing and progressing within your career. The role will involve a variety of responsibilities, including:
* Oversee the design and management of drainage systems for a range of new build and redevelopment projects
* Produce conceptual drainage and infrastructure designs, from initial conception through the construction process
* Work with other colleagues and stakeholders to produce integrated design solutions
* Liaise with clients and other stakeholders, providing them with technical guidance and support
* Lead the preparation of drawings, design reports, and technical memorandums
* Assist with the preparation of planning applications, coordinating with local authorities and other clients in their submission
* Mentor junior engineers and other colleagues
* Provide business development support, contributing to the preparation of business proposals, etc.
As Senior Drainage Engineer, you will have access to a wide array of company benefits, including the following:
* Competitive base salary, including annual reviews
* Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
* Generous annual leave allowance, rising with number of years' service
* Extensive training and mentorship opportunities, with a view to developing your career
* Regular team-building activities and social events
* Access to a diverse catalogue of high-profile projects
Please also visit our website, www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk, to view a range of other vacancies.
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.