Senior/Principal Civil Engineer - drainage
Posted on Jul 22, 2026 by CV-Library
York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£50k - £60k Annual
Full-Time
- Remote
Senior/Principal Civil Engineer – Drainage
Remote
An established civil engineering firm is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Civil Engineer to lead on drainage design and delivery. The role offers a home-based, remote working arrangement, with travel into the York office required just once a month.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced drainage engineer to step into a senior, technically-led role, mentoring junior staff and acting as a key technical point of contact for clients, while enjoying genuine flexibility around where you work.
The Role:
Leading drainage design across a varied project portfolio, including SuDS and foul/surface water strategies
Reviewing and approving drainage designs and calculations produced by junior engineers
Acting as technical lead and main point of contact for clients on drainage-related matters
Mentoring and supporting the development of junior engineers within the team
Liaising with local authorities and water authorities to support consents and approvals
Contributing to bids, proposals, and business development where relevantWhat's Required:
A degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Significant experience in drainage design at Senior or Principal level
Strong working knowledge of drainage design software (e.g. MicroDrainage/Causeway Flow, Civils 3D) and current standards (e.g. Sewers for Adoption, CIRIA SuDS guidance)
Chartered status (or working towards) preferred
Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work independentlyWhat's on Offer:
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Home-based, remote working, with travel to the York office required just once a month
The opportunity to take a lead technical role within a supportive, established team
Genuine flexibility and autonomyThis role would suit a drainage specialist ready to step into a senior, client-facing position, with the flexibility to work largely from home.
To find out more or to apply, please get in touch with Callum Jones at
Remote
An established civil engineering firm is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Civil Engineer to lead on drainage design and delivery. The role offers a home-based, remote working arrangement, with travel into the York office required just once a month.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced drainage engineer to step into a senior, technically-led role, mentoring junior staff and acting as a key technical point of contact for clients, while enjoying genuine flexibility around where you work.
The Role:
Leading drainage design across a varied project portfolio, including SuDS and foul/surface water strategies
Reviewing and approving drainage designs and calculations produced by junior engineers
Acting as technical lead and main point of contact for clients on drainage-related matters
Mentoring and supporting the development of junior engineers within the team
Liaising with local authorities and water authorities to support consents and approvals
Contributing to bids, proposals, and business development where relevantWhat's Required:
A degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Significant experience in drainage design at Senior or Principal level
Strong working knowledge of drainage design software (e.g. MicroDrainage/Causeway Flow, Civils 3D) and current standards (e.g. Sewers for Adoption, CIRIA SuDS guidance)
Chartered status (or working towards) preferred
Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work independentlyWhat's on Offer:
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Home-based, remote working, with travel to the York office required just once a month
The opportunity to take a lead technical role within a supportive, established team
Genuine flexibility and autonomyThis role would suit a drainage specialist ready to step into a senior, client-facing position, with the flexibility to work largely from home.
To find out more or to apply, please get in touch with Callum Jones at
Reference: 225402481
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Senior/Principal Civil Engineer - drainage
Posted on Jul 22, 2026 by CV-Library
York, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£50k - £60k Annual
Full-Time
- Remote
Senior/Principal Civil Engineer – Drainage
Remote
An established civil engineering firm is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Civil Engineer to lead on drainage design and delivery. The role offers a home-based, remote working arrangement, with travel into the York office required just once a month.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced drainage engineer to step into a senior, technically-led role, mentoring junior staff and acting as a key technical point of contact for clients, while enjoying genuine flexibility around where you work.
The Role:
Leading drainage design across a varied project portfolio, including SuDS and foul/surface water strategies
Reviewing and approving drainage designs and calculations produced by junior engineers
Acting as technical lead and main point of contact for clients on drainage-related matters
Mentoring and supporting the development of junior engineers within the team
Liaising with local authorities and water authorities to support consents and approvals
Contributing to bids, proposals, and business development where relevantWhat's Required:
A degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Significant experience in drainage design at Senior or Principal level
Strong working knowledge of drainage design software (e.g. MicroDrainage/Causeway Flow, Civils 3D) and current standards (e.g. Sewers for Adoption, CIRIA SuDS guidance)
Chartered status (or working towards) preferred
Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work independentlyWhat's on Offer:
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Home-based, remote working, with travel to the York office required just once a month
The opportunity to take a lead technical role within a supportive, established team
Genuine flexibility and autonomyThis role would suit a drainage specialist ready to step into a senior, client-facing position, with the flexibility to work largely from home.
To find out more or to apply, please get in touch with Callum Jones at
Remote
An established civil engineering firm is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Civil Engineer to lead on drainage design and delivery. The role offers a home-based, remote working arrangement, with travel into the York office required just once a month.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced drainage engineer to step into a senior, technically-led role, mentoring junior staff and acting as a key technical point of contact for clients, while enjoying genuine flexibility around where you work.
The Role:
Leading drainage design across a varied project portfolio, including SuDS and foul/surface water strategies
Reviewing and approving drainage designs and calculations produced by junior engineers
Acting as technical lead and main point of contact for clients on drainage-related matters
Mentoring and supporting the development of junior engineers within the team
Liaising with local authorities and water authorities to support consents and approvals
Contributing to bids, proposals, and business development where relevantWhat's Required:
A degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
Significant experience in drainage design at Senior or Principal level
Strong working knowledge of drainage design software (e.g. MicroDrainage/Causeway Flow, Civils 3D) and current standards (e.g. Sewers for Adoption, CIRIA SuDS guidance)
Chartered status (or working towards) preferred
Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work independentlyWhat's on Offer:
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Home-based, remote working, with travel to the York office required just once a month
The opportunity to take a lead technical role within a supportive, established team
Genuine flexibility and autonomyThis role would suit a drainage specialist ready to step into a senior, client-facing position, with the flexibility to work largely from home.
To find out more or to apply, please get in touch with Callum Jones at
Reference: 225402481
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