Job Title: Principal Drainage Engineer
Ref. No.: CJD2801G26
Location: Based near Bridgend
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
This is an outstanding opportunity to join my client, an innovative, sustainably-minded Multidisciplinary Consultancy, known for delivering their expertise across the diverse Civil and Structural Engineering Sectors, offering innovative, sustainable approaches to projects across a broad spectrum of residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. They are currently searching for a keen, skilled Principal Drainage Engineer with a strong background in SAB applications. You will be based near the bustling, family-friendly town of Bridgend, South Wales.
Benefits for the role of Principal Drainage Engineer include (but are not limited to):
Competitive salary (depending on the skills and experience you can offer the role)
Employee Pension Scheme
Generous annual leave package
Opportunities for flexible/hybrid working
Dedication to your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), with opportunities for career progression
Access to a number of exciting projects across the local region and beyond
An inclusive team environment, which supports ambition and innovation
Responsibilities for the role of Principal Drainage Engineer include:
Provide advanced oversight and Quality Assurance of SuDS design and SAB submissions
Lead complex drainage and surface water strategies
Oversee complex Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) and surface water mitigation proposals
Act as primary liaison with clients, including LLFAs, SAB teams, and other key stakeholders
Utilise the relevant design software to develop compliant, feasible drainage solutions
Mentor and support colleagues at all levels, overseeing their Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Advise on project feasibility, resourcing requirements, budgetary restrictions, and timescales
Support Business Development (BD) by proactively contributing to BD strategies and activities
Required skills and experience for the role of Principal Drainage Engineer include:
A First UK Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Civil Engineering or Hydrology (or a similar, relevant field)
Possess Chartered Status with a recognised Professional Body (e.g., ICE, etc.)
Extensive experience in drainage design, within a UK-based consultancy or Local Authority setting
Outstanding working knowledge of the SAB process, including experience of preparing SAB submission packs
Expert proficiency with the relevant software systems, including InfoDrainage/MicroDrainage, AutoCAD, and similar
Excellent understanding of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) standards, adoption requirements, and maintenance considerations
Good knowledge of the UK drainage and planning frameworks
Experience of managing both projects and people, within a design-based setting
Experience of managing key client and stakeholder relations
Desirable skills and experience for the role of Principal Drainage Engineer include:
A UK Master's Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
If you are interested in the role of Principal Drainage Engineer, please do not hesitate to contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy