SuDS Engineer

Mott Macdonald Bentley (MMB) are looking to recruit a SuDS Engineer.

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. We’ll be embarking on a new kind of project delivery focusing on nature-based solutions like wetlands and urban drainage schemes.   

   

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 ensure suitable designs, resources and engineering outputs are achieved for Water Infrastructure we are seeking an experience SuDS Engineer to join our Team!

 

What will you be doing as our new SuDS Engineer?  

You will play a vital role in the delivery of solutions from initial optioneering to the provision of supporting during the construction phase on variety of our AMP8 projects within Water Infrastructure across the Anglian Water region in a variety of settings, rural, urban and public realm.

Key Accountabilities: 

Design Excellence

Develop SuDS retrofit designs, coordinating multidisciplinary teams within @one Alliance.

Proficient in hydraulic modelling software like MicroDrainage, Causeway Flow, or InfoDrainage.

Apply Asset Standards, CIRIA guidelines, and British Standards in SuDS design.

Use design principles for pipelines, open channels, and SuDS features.

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

Provide technical input on scope, budgets, and schedules.

Lead design development from feasibility to detailed design.

Collaborate with hydraulic modellers to review solutions.

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 AW’s customer experience charter and ODIs to SuDS projects.

Review designs before construction and handover to AWS.

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.

Our benefits include:   

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy and carry over  
• Flexible pension contributions up to 5% employee 10% employer
• Life assurance of 4 x salary  
• Income protection  
• Private medical insurance  
• Health cash plan   
• Annual professional institution subscription costs