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Drainage Design Engineer - Manchester

Drainage Design Engineer - Manchester

The Construction Index LtdManchester, England, United Kingdom
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Drainage Design Engineer - Manchester

Drainage Design Engineer - Manchester | Full-Time or Part-Time | Permanent

I'm working with a highly regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy that is currently looking to appoint a Drainage Design Engineer to join their Water Services team in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of planning and infrastructure projects across the public and private sectors. The position is offered on a flexible basis – either full-time or part-time – and comes with a competitive salary and strong opportunities for professional development.

The Role

As a Drainage Engineer, you'll be involved from project conception through to delivery. Your responsibilities will include :

  • Preparing drainage strategies and supporting planning documentation
  • Designing surface and foul water systems, including SuDS (sustainable drainage)
  • Creating detailed technical drawings, plans, and specifications using AutoCAD
  • Assisting with flood risk and drainage projects for both new and existing developments
  • Collaborating with clients and internal teams across multiple disciplines
  • Mentoring junior staff and supporting their professional growth

What They're Looking For

  • A relevant degree (e.g., Civil Engineering, Environmental Science) or equivalent experience
  • At least 3 years' experience in drainage design, from concept to detailed stage
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD
  • Solid understanding of SuDS and flood risk assessment principles
  • Knowledge of relevant planning policies, industry standards, and regulatory processes
  • Strong communication and teamworking skills
  • Familiarity with pumping station design is advantageous

    • Desirable Skills

  • Knowledge of Section 104, 106, and 278 design processes
  • GIS experience (preferably QGIS)
  • Project management experience
  • Working towards or holding membership with a relevant professional body

    • What’s On Offer

  • Competitive salary based on skills and experience
  • 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to buy more)
  • Matched pension scheme
  • Flexible and hybrid working options
  • Support for professional development and chartership
  • Access to wellbeing programmes, discounts, and volunteering days
  • The opportunity to work on some of the UK's most high-profile and innovative development projects

    • Interested?

    If you're a drainage specialist looking to take the next step in your career and work with a forward-thinking consultancy in Manchester, I'd be happy to share more details.

    Will Herman

    07581619823

    Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and / or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

    Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

    For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary / contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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