Senior Engineer Drainage/Highway

ibse; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Guildford seeks a Senior Engineer for a hybrid position focused on delivering infrastructure and development-led projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience in project delivery, Flood Risk Assessments, and proficiency in AutoCAD. The firm offers competitive salary, extensive benefits including health plans, flexible working, and clear career progression opportunities, seeking to enhance their team amidst growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

5% employer pension contribution

25 days annual leave plus birthday leave

Private healthcare

Gym membership contribution

Payment of professional subscriptions

Structured training and mentoring

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong technical background with project delivery experience.
• Demonstrable experience producing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of development-focused engineering projects.
• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies.
• Design and analyse infrastructure solutions using AutoCAD and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage.
• Manage projects to ensure programme, budget, and client expectations are met.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Present technical information clearly to clients and planning authorities.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessments

Project delivery

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

Job description

Senior Engineer - Drianage/Highway

Location: Guildford (Hybrid)

I am working with a consulting client that supports public and private sector organisations in the planning and delivery of development schemes. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Engineer to join their team and contribute to the successful delivery of infrastructure and development-led projects.

This is a hybrid position based in Guildford, offering a balance between office collaboration and remote working.

Role

The Senior Engineer will play a key role in project planning and execution, applying technical expertise to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the design and delivery of development-focused engineering projects
• Preparing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies
• Designing and analysing infrastructure solutions using AutoCAD and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage
• Managing projects to ensure programme, budget, and client expectations are met
• Coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Presenting technical information clearly to clients, planning authorities, and other third parties

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong technical background with project delivery experience
• Demonstrable experience producing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with company-wide bonus scheme
• 5% employer pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave plus birthday leave, long-service awards, and the option to purchase additional days
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Private healthcare and healthcare cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym or sports club membership contribution
• Cycle to Work and EV salary sacrifice schemes
• Payment of professional subscriptions
• Life assurance
• Structured training, mentoring, and clear career progression