Job Description

We are currently looking for a Senior Drainage Engineer to join a leading Tier 1 consultancy in Cardiff. You'll be working across a range of major infrastructure frameworks, delivering drainage and SuDS design on high-profile projects.

£50 - £60 per hour / £375 - £450 per day (Inside IR35)

Inside IR35

Initial 6 month contract, likely continual extensions through a healthy pipeline.

Start date ASAP

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design of drainage and SuDS systems in line with UK and European standards

Produce and review calculations, reports, and technical designs

Prepare drainage strategies and support flood risk assessments

Liaise with local authorities, sewer operators, and environmental bodies (e.g. EA, NRW)

Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams across multiple projects

Requirements

Degree qualified (BEng/BSc/MEng/MSc) in Civil Engineering or Environmental discipline

Chartered or working towards (ICE, CIWEM or similar)

Strong experience in drainage and SuDS design (CIRIA C753)

Proficient with InfoDrainage (or similar software)

Good understanding of BIM (ISO 19650) and UK construction/CDM regulations

Experience liaising with key stakeholders and approval bodies

Desirable

Experience with adoptable sewer applications

Experience producing Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategy reports

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