Drainage​/Environmental and SUDS Engineer

Job Description
Overview

Shape the future of our cities and environments.

Atkins

Réalis is one of the leading names in Surface Water Management (SWM) and shaping the dialogue within the UK and internationally on how drainage should become an integrated part of green-blue infrastructure and master planning. By joining our team you will be joining a multidisciplinary team with a national remit to work with a variety of clients including water companies, local authorities, highways and rail authorities and developers on major projects.

The individual will work closely with technical experts in this field and have the potential to develop into the regional point of contact for Surface Water Management and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS). The individual will develop/provide technical expertise, mentor other staff and liaise with key clients across the field. Ideally we seek to recruit a candidate who has experience in drainage and SuDS.

The person should also have an interest in planning, ecology, landscape architecture, environmental economics and management.

The current Belfast water team includes geographers, GIS specialists, modellers and engineers and plays a key role in delivering to a range of clients including Water Companies, Local Authorities and developers.

• Develop concepts & designs for drainage and SuDS for different clients.
• Project and design management of schemes, delivering projects on time and to budget.
• Maintain high levels of awareness of changes in legislation.
• Identify business development opportunities.
• Prepare financial and technical proposals for project opportunities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams working on the projects and site team.
• Client and stakeholder interface.

Requirements

• Degree in relevant subject.
• Appropriate experience post graduation.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in drainage design including Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS).
• Knowledge of industry standard drainage networks design.
• Competence in the use of AutoCAD and Hydraulic modelling – preferably Microdrainage.
• Proven track record in coordinating and delivering technically excellent projects on time and to budget.
• First class written and oral communication skills.
• A natural curiosity for developing innovative, sustainable and cost effective solutions for our clients.
• Experience of teamwork on multidisciplinary projects.
• Competence in the use of Civil3D.
• Sound commercial understanding.
• Team builder, developing the technical excellence of our team.
• Able to develop and motivate others.
• Proven record of developing client relationships.
• Attained or working towards relevant professional qualification.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. Combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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We’re Atkins

Réalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. We can change the world together with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers. We’re committed to leading our clients across end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed  vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not mention or include in your application or CV details of any current or previously held security…