SuDS Engineer

Job Description

Who are we?

Here within the @one Alliance we are a totally collaborative organisation made up of our eight partner companies (Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska and SWECO) and our extended supply chain, delivering over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme.

We are gearing up for our most exciting and challenging Asset Management Period yet, known as AMP8, this will see us deliver a programme of work larger than we’ve ever delivered before. In this AMP period, we’ll be embarking on a new kind of project delivery which focuses heavily on catchment-based solutions like ponds, wetlands and retro-fit SuDS.

We are driving change, empowering us to set global benchmarks and build a better environment, with the opportunity to offer enhanced growth and development to our workforce. We’re looking to build on our existing teams with an environment built for career progression.

With such an exciting portfolio of projects planned for AMP8 to keep the water flowing across the region, our ability to manage our work and outperform against our customer’s expectations will come under greater scrutiny.

To identify and execute innovative retro-fit SuDS solutions are seeking an experienced SuDS Engineer to join our Team!

What will you be doing as our new SuDS Engineer?

Anglian Waters Alliance has a huge ambition to increase the delivery of nature-based SuDS and adapt the way we respond to the challenges facing our industry. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the growing SuDS team and play a vital role in the delivery of nature-based solutions.

From initial optioneering, through design development, to support during the construction phase, you will be working on projects across the entire Anglian Water region in a variety of settings, rural, urban, and public realm.

Key Accountabilities:
Design Excellence

• Identify and scope catchment-based opportunities for sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) within the Anglian Water catchments.

• Collaborate with modelling teams to understand the benefits of potential catchment-based solutions.

• Interpret existing information, drawings and modelling data and scope surveys to facilitate the delivery of SuDS solutions.

• Integrate SuDS solutions within challenging urban landscapes from experience of working in the built environment.

• Undertake hydraulic design of potential SuDS solutions from experience in hydraulic modelling software such as MicroDrainage, Causeway Flow, or InfoDrainage.

• Work with Anglian Water’s BIM Team, providing technical sketches to deliver full technical drawings and specifications for developed SuDS solutions.

• Develop Anglian Water’s SuDS standards from design experience and national standards such as The CIRIA SuDS Manual and relevant British Standards.

• Read drawings, review modelling data, and produce design sketches.

• Provide technical input on scope, budgets, and schedules.

Health & Safety

• Prepare Pre-Construction Information (PCI) following @one Alliance and CDM2015 guidelines.

• Implement design risk management and create risk assessments.

• Support Tier 2 Contractors and Principal Contractor in preparing Health & Safety Files.

• Respond to technical queries during construction, considering cost, safety, and structural integrity.

Project Management/Site Surveys

• Manage surface water projects from feasibility to construction.

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, Anglian Water, and stakeholders.

• Conduct and document site surveys, review SuDS solutions, and identify risks.

• Prepare site investigation requirements and manage survey briefs using tools like laser scanning and drones.

• Ensure technical work meets agreed timelines, budgets, and standards.

• Monitor project progress, addressing any deviations in cost or schedule.

• Ensure designs meet Anglian Water and @one Alliance standards for quality and risk.

Customer & Collaboration

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet project goals and ensure efficient delivery.

• Present solutions confidently to both internal and external stakeholders.

• Understand and apply Anglian Water’s customer experience charter and ODIs to SuDS projects.

• Review designs before construction and handover to Anglian Water.

• Support regular team updates and foster collaboration.

Transformation

• Research, propose, and implement innovative SuDS solutions to improve project outcomes.

A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours….

To be successful in this position you will ideally hold a degree containing Environmental design/Engineering subjects and have a good understanding of hydraulic design principles including peak flow and volume control in accordance with the CIRIA SuDS Manual and non-statutory technical standards for sustainable drainage systems. You will have experience in developing innovative SuDS solutions to provide multiple benefits including the reduction of spills from combined sewer overflows and flood mitigation.

Using your excellent communication skills, you will consult with various stakeholders, including highway authorities, private landowners, local authorities, and internal teams such as solutions, modelling, survey co-ordination, CAD, enabling to bring about positive outcomes. With a working knowledge of CDM regulations you will be confident at producing technical sketches to communicate and progress designs diligently. In this role your interest in environmental design, landscape architecture and ecology, will enable you to harness your enthusiasm for sustainably improving the environment.

If you are looking for the next step in your career, please apply today!

Our Approach to Diversity & Inclusion

At the Anglian Water’s @one Alliance, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe that diversity enriches our team, fuels innovation, and drives success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We are dedicated to creating an environment free from discrimination and bias, where everyone has equal opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in creating a culture where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is the norm.

Alongside this we want to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to showcase their abilities during the interview process. If you require any specific accommodations or adjustments due to a disability or any other individual circumstances, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Our vision

A collaborative alliance, driving change. Empowering us to set global benchmarks and building a better environment for our customers. We strive to:

Empower our people; Delight our Customers; Embrace digital transformation; Deliver brilliance.

Our Values

To bring environmental and social prosperity to the region we serve through our commitment to Love Every Drop we:

Build trust; Do the right thing; Are always exploring.

The Anglian Water @one Alliance. Eight partners, endless opportunities

Location: Hybrid, Peterborough & Site Visits across East Anglia Region.