Senior Engineer
Join Our Team as a Senior Drainage Engineer!
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We’re on the lookout for a Senior Drainage Engineer to join our dynamic Kier Design team in Cardiff. At Kier, we believe in building teams around our people, not the other way around. We’re committed to helping you carve out a role where you can grow and thrive for years to come!
Why Choose Us?
We offer market-leading development opportunities that support our graduates and professionals alike. From early career guidance to ongoing technical development, we’re here to help you become the best version of yourself. Plus, we actively promote a culture of continuous learning, so you can keep pushing your boundaries!
Location & Hours
- Location: Cardiff (remote working available with occasional office visits)
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week (flexibility available)
Please note, we are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
Your Responsibilities
As a Senior Drainage Engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in our Drainage team, delivering exceptional design solutions across various water, flooding, and drainage projects. Your day-to-day will include:
- Assisting the Drainage Lead in delivering a portfolio of projects on time and within budget.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and statutory bodies.
- Leading technically challenging drainage projects with innovative, sustainable solutions.
- Coordinating daily tasks and ensuring quality standards are met.
- Mentoring and coaching team members to support their development.
- Managing project delivery and promptly addressing any concerns.
What We’re Looking For
This role is perfect for you if:
- You have experience in highway drainage, water utilities, and working with Lead Local Flood Authorities.
- You’re proficient in InfoDrainage and AutoCAD Civils3D, with strong technical skills.
- You hold a Civil Engineering degree (or similar qualification) and are a member of a relevant engineering body.
- You have around 8 years of experience leading diverse drainage projects.
- You’re a clear communicator who enjoys collaboration and supporting team development.
We value potential at Kier, so even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us!
Rewards and Benefits
We’re proud to offer a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and enjoy:
- Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
- Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
- Comprehensive training and development programs.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We’re proud of the steps we’ve taken, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a key role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and we value their experiences in shaping our policies.
As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.
We can’t wait to see your application and welcome you to the Kier family. Let’s build a better future together!
