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 SchemeGenerous annual leave packageOpportunities for flexible/hybrid workingDedication to your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), with opportunities for career progressionAccess to a number of exciting projects across the local region and beyondAn 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 submissionsLead complex drainage and surface water strategiesOversee complex Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) and surface water mitigation proposalsAct as primary liaison with clients, including LLFAs, SAB teams, and other key stakeholdersUtilise the relevant design software to develop compliant, feasible drainage solutionsMentor and support colleagues at all levels, overseeing their Continuing Professional Development (CPD)Advise on project feasibility, resourcing requirements, budgetary restrictions, and timescalesSupport 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 settingOutstanding working knowledge of the SAB process, including experience of preparing SAB submission packsExpert proficiency with the relevant software systems, including InfoDrainage/MicroDrainage, AutoCAD, and similarExcellent understanding of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) standards, adoption requirements, and maintenance considerationsGood knowledge of the UK drainage and planning frameworks Experience of managing both projects and people, within a design-based settingExperience 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.