Brandon James Ltd
Senior Drainage Engineer – Company Information
An employee-owned consultancy with a five-star reputation for delivering high-quality engineering design across a diverse range of projects are currently seeking a Senior Drainage Engineer to support them in their Bristol office.
The Senior Drainage Engineer Role and Responsibilities:
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Drainage Engineer to lead and contribute to the successful delivery of a wide variety of infrastructure and development projects.
You'll play a key role in the design, management, and delivery of drainage strategies and designs, working closely with clients, statutory authorities, and fellow professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop drainage strategies and detailed designs for both private and adoptable systems (foul and surface water).
- Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy reports in line with national and local planning policy.
- Produce hydraulic modelling and drainage design using industry-standard software such as Causeway Flow.
- Produce technical drawings and specifications.
- Liaise with clients, local authorities, water companies, and other stakeholders to secure technical approvals (S104, S106, S185, SAB, LLFA, etc).
- Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
- Prepare fee proposals and invoices, monitor budgets and deadlines.
- Attend design team and site meetings and provide technical support during construction phases.
- Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and technical development.
Senior Drainage Engineer, Key Qualifications and Skills
- Relevant Civil Engineering background (BEng, MEng, HNC, HND) or equivalent.
- Chartered or working towards Chartered status.
- Minimum 6 years' experience in drainage design for development infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of SuDS, Flood Risk, Building Regulations, DCG and national planning policy.
- Proficient in relevant software including AutoCAD, Causeway Flow or MicroDrainage, Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to manage clients and stakeholders.
- Strong report writing, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
In Return?
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000
- Employee-owned benefits – tax free bonus benefits, and having genuine value in the company
- Career progression
- Chartership progression
- Paid membership subscriptions
- 26 days annual leave
- Private medical insurance
- Regular social activities (monthly team lunches and team building events)
If you are a senior drainage engineer, based in Bristol area and considering your opportunities please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James.
REF: 22184MC
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