Civil Drainage/Flood Risk Engineer

**Civil Drainage/Flood Risk Engineer Opportunity in Bedford**

 

**Salary: Up to £45,000 – Depending On Experience**

 

Are you a skilled Civil Engineer with a focus on drainage and flood risk management? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise can make a real impact? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a leading multi-disciplined engineering consultancy based in Bedford.

 

**About the Company:**

This company is a highly respected engineering consultancy, is seeking a talented Civil Drainage/Flood Risk Engineer to join their growing team in Bedford. With a strong presence in the industry and a commitment to excellence, this company offers a supportive work environment where employees can thrive and develop their skills.

 

**The Role:**

As a Civil Drainage/Flood Risk Engineer, you will play a key role in the company’s civil engineering team. Your responsibilities will include:

 

- Drafting drainage and highways designs with a focus on drainage

- Working on a variety of residential and non-residential projects across the UK

- Preparation of Flood Risk Assessments, Surface Water Drainage Strategies, and Foul Water Drainage Strategies to support Planning Applications

- Liaising with clients and third-party consultants/council officers

- Utilizing Microdrainage/Flow software to model drainage networks

- Providing input into draft site masterplans to ensure compliance with drainage and Flood Risk requirements

 

**Why Join this company ?**

In addition to a competitive salary, this company offers a range of benefits to support professional growth and work-life balance, including:

 

- Hybrid working model (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)

- Sponsorship opportunities

- Profit share bonus scheme as part of our client's employee-owned business model

- Collaboration with renowned clients such as Taylor Wimpey

- Over 60 years of collective experience in the built environment sector

- Various social events including company away days, Christmas parties, and sporting events

- Additional benefits such as life assurance, healthcare cover, travel insurance, and more

 

**Requirements:**

We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications and experience:

 

- Minimum 2 years' experience in civil engineering, particularly roads and drainage within the residential sector

- Strong knowledge of UK Drainage/Flood Risk Regulation/Best Practice

- Proficiency with Microdrainage/Flow, Microstation/AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office

- Proven experience with the preparation of drainage and flood risk strategies to support planning applications

- Experience in preparing and reviewing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy documents