SuDS Engineer

Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom Leading projects from conceptual design through to construction and handover, you will bring your technical expertise in flood risk, sustainable drainage systems (SuDS), and water quality to turn complex challenges into practical, real‑world outcomes. Responsibilities Deliver outline and detailed design of surface water drainage solutions and surface water drainage strategies including SuDS, green infrastructure and gravity piped drainage. Review and approve design calculations, hydraulic models, contract documents and specifications. Oversee project lifecycle from feasibility to detailed design and construction. Conduct hydrological and hydraulic modelling for surface water systems. Incorporate climate resilience and biodiversity considerations into designs. Promote best practice and innovation in water resource management and green infrastructure. Ensure adherence to local, national, and international water management and environmental regulations. Qualifications With a demonstrable track record in leading teams in the delivery of surface water and drainage strategies and solutions, we are keen to hear from candidates with a real blend of the following skills, experience and attributes; Chartered status (or working towards) with the ICE, CIWEM etc.. In depth knowledge of relevant legislation, planning policy and design standards. Sound knowledge of Safety in Design and an understanding of CDM requirements. Proficient in hydraulic modelling (e.g. MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, InfoWorks ICM, Causeway Flow). Comfortable taking a lead role, mentoring colleagues and peers to ensure both personal, career and capability development. As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. #J-18808-Ljbffr