Principal Engineer - Water Environment

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We are seeking an accomplished engineer with broad experience across flood risk and sustainable drainage in the development sector who can lead the technical delivery of projects across our portfolio of clients, whilst demonstrating best practice solutions and mentoring the wider team. This role also offers the opportunity for an ambitious individual to help grow Rappor’s Water Environment offering in your region.

Our philosophy is simple: we invest in our people and build partnerships with our stakeholders, resulting in a dynamic and successful business that benefits everyone. As a multidisciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy, our outputs contribute to the built environment we all occupy. Our four values include ‘living our best life’ and ‘celebrating our team’, and we provide lots of opportunities to do just that. We currently number over 100 people across the UK, based out of five principal offices, and recently celebrated our 12-year anniversary!

Your work will include

• Advising clients on projects from feasibility stage through the planning application process.
• Preparing and leading technical outputs such as Flood Risk Assessments and Sustainable Drainage Statements, drawing on support from senior colleagues and Directors as necessary.
• Drainage network modelling and CAD design.
• Day-to-day management of projects, with support from senior colleagues and Directors.
• Mentor junior colleagues.
• Liaise with stakeholders, external project team members and clients.
• Represent the company at meetings, public consultations and exhibitions.
• Undertake site visits.
• Actively carry out business development for Rappor

Our requirements

• Experience in working on developments within a range of sectors including residential, commercial and education.
• Competent user of Causeway Flow (preferred) or MicroDrainage
• Experience in undertaking 3D modelling using AutoCAD Civil 3D or comparable software
• Sound understanding of relevant national planning policy across flood risk and sustainable drainage
• Understanding and experience in working on strategic development sites.
• Knowledge and experience in liaising with stakeholders.
• Full UK driving licence
• The Right to Work in the UK indefinitely (we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future)

Rewarding you

• A competitive starting salary
• Industry-leading annual leave: 25 days, plus your birthday, plus the period between Christmas and New Year, and an additional day for every three years’ service up to an additional five days
• 4% contribution towards your company pension
• Life assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Access to the Company’s wellbeing package, including a Cycle2work scheme, paid charity days, Employee Assistance Program (providing you with immediate and confidential help for any work, health or life matters) and social events throughout the year.

Being inclusive

We believe in having equity throughout our business and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We know that diverse teams are strong teams and strive to be a great home for all our people. Let us know what you need to be your best self with Rappor.

What next

We will acknowledge your application immediately and will be reviewing applications for this position on a rolling basis.