Senior Drainage Engineer

Job Description- Senior Engineer (Drainage)

 

Responsibilities: 

• Producing detail designs, concept stage to IFC stage for drainage on Road/Highways, Railways etc.
• Undertake hydraulic models using a range of modelling software and other tools including spreadsheets.
• Hydraulic modelling and design of drainage/culvert infrastructure open drainage/ditches/piped networks.
• Preparation of project specifications, bill of quantities and tender documentation, Data sheets.
• Drainage master planning.
• Drainage pumping stations/Tanks.
• Carry out system performance analysis, development assessment and operational scenario planning using hydraulic models and other tools as required.
• Prepare report for modelling projects suitable for review and client presentation.
• Provide input into project activities, including fee estimating and scoping of projects.
• Work proactively within a team to ensure the production of quality deliverables.
• Preparation of Specifications, Data sheets

Desired Skills: 

• Can work collaboratively with different team members and across cross-cultural teams
• Can work independently and/or under minimum supervision
• Communicate effectively within the team and externally.
• Mentoring less experienced staff
• Excellent self-management skills, including working effectively without direct supervision.
• Excellent Knowledge in both theoretical/practical and software domains
• Presenting project details and technical information to colleagues and clients
• Proficient in Windows 2000 or later, MS Word/Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Software Proficiencies: 

• Bentley SewerGEMS, Inforworks ICM Ideal candidate should be an experienced user.
• Autodesk Civil3D/AutoCAD

Qualifications:

• Graduate in Civil Engineering
• Postgraduate in Hydraulics/ Water Resource Engineering or Environmental Engineering preferably

Experience:

• 10-12 years of hands-on experience in detail design for drainage Infrastructure projects in Road, Rail and urban projects.
• Experience in the design of drainage management and design.
• Skilled in hydraulic model build, verification and calibration using hydraulic modelling tools.
• Experience in the design drainage network designs.
• Knowledge and understanding of international codes and standards.
• Ability to work well as part of a team or on an individual basis. 
• Good report writing skills.

Key skills for Drainage engineers

• Excellent technical skills.
• Teamworking skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Project management skills.
• Good time management.
• Commercial awareness.
• Communication skills.
• The ability to demonstrate a genuine knowledge and interest of the water industry and environmental issues.

Qualifications:

• Graduate in Civil Engineering
• Postgraduate in Hydraulics/ Water Resource Engineering or Environmental Engineering preferably