Civil Engineer - Water

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 March 2026
LOCATION
Manchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

Sustainable Drainage (SuDS) Micro Drainage/Causeway Flow AutoCAD 2D Civils 3D Flood Risk Assessments National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)

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Shape the Future with [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Consulting

Civil Engineer - Water

Shape the Future with [Employer hidden] Consulting

Who We Are

[Employer hidden] Consulting is a dynamic, award-winning engineering and environmental design consultancy. We push boundaries, innovate, and deliver exceptional results—earning us the ACE Best Large Consultancy of the Year (2022) and the ACE 2024 Wellbeing Award.

We’re serious about people - [Employer hidden] is both an Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing accredited organisation. We invest in talent, growth, and a high-performance culture where you can thrive, challenge yourself, and make an impact.

Why Join Us?

At [Employer hidden], you’ll be part of a team that:
Drives Excellence – We set the standard and exceed expectations.
Innovates – We embrace fresh ideas and cutting-edge solutions.
Works with Integrity – We do what’s right, always.
Collaborates – We believe in teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.
Leads in Sustainability – We integrate sustainable solutions into everything we do.

What you’ll be doing

  • Working on challenging and multiple projects simultaneously, you will have experience on engineering schemes from pre-planning through to construction, particularly in relation to Sustainable Drainage (SuDS). This can include urban redevelopment, strategic residential, flood alleviation and natural flood management schemes.
  • Advising clients on planning policy around flood risk and drainage, considering the changing climate and preference for sustainable solutions.
  • Delivering, supervising and managing (relative to your experience) a number of projects, and supporting the Team Leader or Principal Engineer.
  • Maintaining good relationships with existing Clients and actively promoting the capability of the Company to potential new Clients.
  • The role is required to work independently as necessary. It is expected that you will take an interest in yours and others development and learning as well as actively supporting the development of Graduates in the team.

What you’ll bring

  • 2+ years post graduation experience
  • Knowledge of relevant software packages including Micro Drainage/Causeway Flow, AutoCAD 2D, Civils 3D (ideally)
  • Drainage strategy production and knowledge of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), experience of working with Lead Local Flood Authorities.
  • Understanding of Flood Risk Assessments and Nature-based Solutions
  • Working knowledge of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)
  • Have the ability to plan and monitor workloads to achieve project demands
  • Experience acting in an outward facing capacity as [Employer hidden]’s representative in dealings with our clients and industry regulators

Why [Employer hidden]?

High-Performance Culture – Be part of a team that’s driven, innovative, and always evolving.
Competitive Salary & Benefits – We reward talent with top-tier pay, 5% pension match, and exclusive perks.
Career Growth – Fully funded development programs, chartership support, and professional memberships.
Flexibility & Wellbeing – Hybrid working & Core Hours, 25+ days holiday, healthcare cash plan & wellbeing initiatives.
Make a Difference – Work on meaningful projects, engage with communities, and shape the future.

We Welcome All Talent

As a proud supporter of the Armed Forces Covenant, we actively encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and military families.

We are also a Disability Confident Employer.

We champion diversity, inclusion, and individuality—whatever your background, if you’re ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.

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