Our client is currently seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join their friendly team in Cardiff. This permanent role focuses on leading the Drainage Infrastructure team and delivering Civil Engineering designs on a range of challenging projects. With an emphasis on Sustainable Urban Drainage and conventional surface water drainage design, the role offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic environment alongside an Associate Director. The position is both diverse and fulfilling, providing ample opportunities for solving complex engineering problems and contributing to impactful projects. Our client prioritises a culture of pride in work and exceptional customer service, while also investing in the technical, academic, and professional development of their staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the delivery of Civil Engineering design on infrastructure projects, focusing on drainage systems
- Providing technical support and resource planning in line with Integrated Management Systems
- Managing and mentoring a team with varying levels of experience
- Engaging in Water Authority statutory approval processes and SuDS Approval Body approvals
- Building and maintaining relationships with statutory bodies such as Natural Resources Wales and the Environment Agency
- Ensuring prioritisation of tasks and deliverables to effectively meet client needs
- Utilising 3D design software for modelling and design work
- Collaborating with other team members to effectively deliver projects
Job Requirements:
- Experience with surface and foul water design/construction to Sewers for Adoption and Design Manual for Roads and Bridges
- Civil Engineering degree, preferably a Masters
- Near completion or holding Professional Qualification with ICE or CIWEM
- Proficiency in 3D design and modelling software, including MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, AutoCAD, Civils 3D, and Autodesk ICM
- Knowledge of National Planning Policy and Infrastructure design requirements related to flood risk management
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong initiative and methodical approach to work
Benefits:
- Competitive, market-leading salaries
- Agile and flexible working arrangements
- 24 days of annual leave, excluding bank holidays, with additional days for long-term service
- Life insurance, life assurance policies, and a healthcare cash plan
- Contributory pension scheme with employer contributions
- Professional institution membership fee coverage (ICE, CIWEM, etc.)
- Pathways to Professional Membership
- Formal external training and in-house peer-to-peer training sessions
- Social benefits including sports and charity events
