Drainage Engineer

Overview

Design and deliver highway drainage schemes for National Highways as part of Amey Consulting.

Key Responsibilities

• design review
• team management
• bid preparation
• client liaison
• health & safety
• sustainable infrastructure

Tasks

Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future -Preparation and checking of designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost and programme -Managing a small, locally based single discipline technical team and taking responsibility for delivery of their workload -Contributing to the preparation of bids and general working winning function -To work in a team, producing technically sound engineering solutions -Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries -Drive effective health and safety practices within the team -Overseeing the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks and taking responsibility for their actions

Requirements

• bsc/msc
• highways
• drainage
• cdm
• chartered
• engtech

What You Bring

-Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning -Developed experience and expertise within Highways/Civil engineering field, probably gained in an Assistant Engineer role or equivalent -Comprehensive knowledge of drainage design processes and procedures relevant to the civil engineering discipline -Experience in undertaking project related tasks associated with health, safety and welfare, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations -Successful completion of the initial professional development leading to either Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licence and to the level defined by their education -EngTech status is desirable, gained through the professional institution to which the individual is aligned -An ability to produce or oversee the production of technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and client requirements -A demonstrable commitment to their plan of actions and key dates leading to successful completion of either the professional review or end point assessment, resulting in the award of Incorporated or Chartered status or an equivalent professional licence

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Benefits

You’ll be stretched, but always supported. Well recognise your hard work and look after your well-being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one. At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas – Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers. You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives. Career Development – Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you. Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We’re huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications. Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers Work-life Balance – At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. -Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to -Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership -Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays -Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.

About Amey

-Headquartered in London, delivers full lifecycle solutions across roads, rail, facilities, and utilities. -Blends data-driven consulting with large-scale delivery, advising on analytics, asset condition, and digital platforms. -Typical projects include major highway improvements, railway electrification, signalling renewals, complex facilities upkeep, and public-sector estate upgrades. -Consulting arm advises on strategic asset management for clients like Network Rail and MTA’s Long Island Rail Road, with operations in North America and Australia. -A standout example is a Birmingham highways turnaround, demonstrating ability to navigate challenges for resilient, long-term infrastructure outcomes. -From restoring historic bridges to optimizing EV charging networks in Manchester via bespoke data models, brings creativity and engineering rigour to projects.

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