Drainage Civil Engineer

Fully Remote
£35,000 – £38,000

A well-established and progressive environmental and engineering consultancy is seeking a Drainage Civil Engineer to join its expanding design team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a wide-ranging portfolio of UK projects, with genuine flexibility for hybrid or fully remote working.

You will become part of a collaborative, employee-owned organisation, working alongside senior engineers and a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality drainage and flood risk solutions across various development sectors.

The Role

• Preparing Flood Risk Assessments to accompany planning applications
• Producing drainage strategy reports
• Designing surface water and foul drainage systems
• Working closely with engineers, planners, clients, and external stakeholders to develop practical, cost-effective solutions
• Assisting with wider civil and geotechnical design tasks where required
• Liaising with statutory consultees such as local authorities, highways teams, and water authorities

Essential skills and experience:

• Proficiency in Infodrainage / MicroDrainage (or similar software)
• Strong understanding of current UK drainage design standards and best practice
• Experience designing SuDS in accordance with CIRIA C753 guidance
• Experience preparing Flood Risk Assessments compliant with NPPF, Environment Agency guidance, and TAN15 (NRW)
• Good knowledge of UK planning and regulatory frameworks for flood risk
• Experience producing drainage strategies to meet regulatory requirements
• Previous use of GIS software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Background:

• Ideally 2+ years’ experience within a consultancy environment (flexible for strong candidates)
• Degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline

Desirable (training can be provided):

• 1D/2D hydraulic modelling experience
• Familiarity with HEC-RAS, Flood Modeller, Plaxis 2D, or Civil 3D
• Knowledge of road design standards (DMRB or general civil engineering design)

Why Apply?

• Employee-owned business with a supportive and inclusive culture
• Flexible hybrid or fully remote working options
• Competitive salary of £35,000–£38,000 depending on experience
• Strong focus on professional development and training
• Opportunity to work on technically engaging projects with meaningful environmental impact
• Secure project pipeline and long-term career prospects

If you are interested in this Drainage Civil Engineer opportunity, please contact callum.jones@aztrum.com.