Principal Drainage Engineer

3 days ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom SYSTRA UK & Ireland Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Drainage Engineer to join our team at SYSTRA UK & Ireland. As a key member of our drainage team, you will play a crucial role in assisting, supporting, and deputising for the Drainage Associate Director, as well as winning and delivering projects safely, efficiently, and effectively.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist and support the Drainage Associate Director in the delivery of projects.
  • Deputise for the Drainage Associate Director as required.
  • Win and deliver projects safely, efficiently, and effectively.
  • Develop and supervise junior engineers in the team.
  • Responsible for all stages of drainage designs, ensuring compliance with appropriate standards.
  • Production and delivery of technical packages and applications.
  • Liaise with project teams to ensure designs are fully coordinated.
  • Liaise with other construction professionals in the development of designs.
  • Assist and prepare with the delivery of technical outputs within the team.
  • Preparation and pricing of scope/briefs, proposals, and deliverables for new projects.
  • Demonstrate leadership qualities and be self-motivated.
  • Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with main client contacts.
  • Take commercial responsibility for projects.
  • Ensure successful project delivery to time, cost, quality, and other contractual requirements.
Requirements
  • Demonstrated Civil Engineering experience within a consultancy environment.
  • Good knowledge and experience of delivering surface/wastewater drainage design and appropriate approval processes.
  • Experience of drainage technical design on major and minor projects, including a good understanding of design principles and the ability to practically apply them.
  • Good knowledge and use of Sewers for Adoption, Sewers for Scotland, DMRB, MCHW, MfS, Local Authority guides, etc. and their applications.
  • Good knowledge of standard engineering practices and a demonstrable understanding of Health and Safety, including CDM.
  • Must be IT literate with excellent knowledge of AutoCAD/Microdrainage/Info drainage, Civil3D, and other civil engineering packages to design and detail highway and drainage infrastructure.
  • Experience of project management with a good understanding and responsibility of financial and commercial aspects of projects.
  • Experience of highway design would be beneficial.
  • Ability to determine appropriate solutions with innovation and value.
  • Excellent communications skills to be capable of communicating effectively with colleagues and clients, along with managing client expectations, and communications/relationships with external design teams.
  • Experience in line managing and providing technical oversight for delivery teams.
  • Ability to mentor and supervise more junior colleagues.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a range of design teams and project stakeholders.
  • Excellent written skills, along with the preparation of technical reports and fee proposals.
About SYSTRA UK & Ireland

SYSTRA UK & Ireland is a leading consultancy providing expertise in mass transit and mobility solutions. With a strong commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and innovation, we strive to deliver high-quality projects that meet the needs of our clients and the communities we serve.

We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment, with opportunities for career development and qualification attainment. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional results and making a positive impact on the world around us.



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