Acorn Recruitment

Senior Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer

Bristol BS34 5UP

Key information

Pay
£30,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
8 Sep 2026
Closing date
8 Oct 2026

About this role

Senior Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer | Flood Risk Engineer | Drainage Engineer | Civil Engineer

Bristol | £30,000-£45,000 per annum DOE | Full-Time | Flexible Working | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced

Senior Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer to join a growing engineering consultancy in

Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for a

Flood Risk Engineer, Drainage Engineer or Civil Engineer looking for greater project ownership, varied development projects and a clear route for career progression.

You will work on a diverse range of

residential and commercial development projects across the South West and beyond, delivering technical flood risk and drainage solutions to support planning applications and development schemes.

The role also offers the opportunity to provide technical guidance to junior team members, work closely with clients and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary of

£30,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience.

  • Flexible working arrangements.
  • Private healthcare.
  • Performance-related bonus opportunities.
  • Generous holiday allowance.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Professional membership fees covered.
  • Ongoing technical and professional development.
  • Support towards professional accreditation.
  • Regular team and social events.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • Recognition and reward schemes linked to service.
  • Excellent long-term career progression opportunities.

Key Duties

  • Produce

Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and drainage reports to support residential and commercial development projects.

  • Design sustainable drainage systems and surface water management solutions.
  • Manage projects from initial instruction through to successful delivery.
  • Liaise with clients, local authorities and external consultants throughout the development process.
  • Develop technical solutions for flood risk and drainage challenges.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to colleagues within the wider engineering team.
  • Support planning applications and development proposals.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Manage multiple projects and competing deadlines effectively.

Requirements

  • Degree qualification in

Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

  • Previous experience within a

flood risk, drainage or civil engineering consultancy environment.

  • Experience preparing technical reports for planning submissions, including

Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and drainage strategies.

  • Working knowledge of industry-standard drainage design software.
  • Experience producing engineering drawings using

CAD software.

  • Good understanding of current drainage standards, planning requirements, flood risk and

Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) principles.

  • Strong communication and client-facing skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
  • Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

  • Experience with hydraulic or flood modelling software.
  • Knowledge of drainage approval and adoption procedures.
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers or technicians.
  • Working towards or holding a professional qualification or

Chartered status.

  • Experience contributing to business development activities.

Interested?

If you're an experienced

Senior Flood Risk & Drainage Engineer, Flood Risk Engineer, Drainage Engineer or Civil Engineer looking for greater project responsibility, career progression and a varied consultancy role in

Bristol, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.