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Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer

August 22, 2025 | Comments Off on Drainage & Flood Risk Engineer

Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer


Location: Richmond, London
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Model: Hybrid (flexible working supported)
Experience Level: 2-4 years


A leading Civil & Environmental Engineering Consultancy is seeking a Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer to join their team in Richmond, London.


With a strong reputation for sustainable design and public sector work-including with Transport for London and local authorities-you'll be supported to develop your technical skills and grow your career in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Your Role


You'll support the delivery of drainage and flood risk projects from early-stage feasibility to detailed design. Responsibilities include:

  • Designing SuDS and drainage systems using MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage or Causeway Flow
  • Assisting with Flood Risk Assessments and planning submissions
  • Producing technical drawings with AutoCAD
  • Liaising with internal teams, clients, and local authorities
  • Supporting junior colleagues and learning from senior engineers

What You'll Bring

  • 2-4 years' UK consultancy experience
  • Understanding of SuDS, drainage policy, and planning
  • Experience with AutoCAD and drainage design software
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • A degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or similar)


Desirable:
Knowledge of CDM Regs, foul drainage, GIS, Civil 3D, or local authority experience.

Benefits

  • Discretionary 10% bonus
  • Hybrid working and 37.5-hour weeks
  • 25 days holiday (+ up to 10 unpaid days)
  • Private healthcare and matched 4% pension
  • Paid professional memberships
  • Cycle-to-work scheme & travel loan
  • Ongoing training and career progression
  • Friendly, mission-driven team culture


Submit your CV or contact Will Herman for an informal discussion: 07581619823

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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