Principal Drainage Engineer
London (Hybrid)
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading engineering consultancy, for a talented and experienced Principal Drainage Engineer to join their team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality drainage design and consultancy services across a range of infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
·Lead the design and delivery of drainage systems, ensuring they meet regulatory standards and client expectations.
·Provide technical expertise in areas such as surface water and foul drainage, flood risk assessments, and sustainable drainage solutions.
·Manage a team of engineers and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project goals.
·Develop and review drainage strategies, technical reports, and calculations in line with industry best practices.
·Support business development efforts by building relationships with existing clients and identifying new project opportunities.
·Mentor junior engineers and assist in their professional development.
Key Requirements:
·A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
·Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards it.
·Significant experience in drainage design and consultancy, with a solid understanding of UK drainage standards and guidelines.
·Strong leadership and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
·Proficiency in drainage design software (e.g., MicroDrainage, WinDes) and a strong understanding of hydrological and hydraulic modeling.
·Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, environmental standards, and sustainable design principles.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable and forward-thinking engineering consultancy. If you're an experienced Drainage Engineer ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Chloe Orchard at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
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