Job Title: Principal Drainage Engineer
Ref. No.: CJD0502E26
Location: Based near Newport
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
This is a fantastic opportunity to join my client, a well-respected, innovative 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 on the lookout for a keen, capable Principal Drainage Engineer with a strong background in SAB applications. You will be based near the lively, historic city of Newport.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Employee Pension Scheme
* Generous annual leave package
* Flexible/hybrid working opportunities
* Dedication to your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), with opportunities for career progression
* Access to a number of exciting projects across the region
* An inclusive team environment, which champions ambition and innovation
Responsibilities
* 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)
* Provide advice regarding project feasibility, including resourcing, budgetary restrictions, and timescales
* Support Business Development (BD) by proactively contributing to BD strategies and activities
Required skills and experience
* A Degree in Civil Engineering or Hydrology (or a similar, relevant discipline)
* 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
* Previous experience of managing key client and stakeholder relations
Desirable skills and experience
* A Higher Qualification in a relevant discipline
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.
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