Principal Drainage Engineer

Job Title: Principal Drainage Engineer Ref. No.: CJD0502G26 Location: Based near Bridgend Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 This is a rare opportunity to join my client, a highly-regarded, eco-conscious 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 actively seeking a talented, experienced Principal Drainage Engineer with a strong background in SAB applications. You will be based near the pretty, historic town of Bridgend, South Wales. Benefits for the role of Principal Drainage Engineer include (but are not limited to): Competitive salary (depending on your skills and experience) Employee Pension Scheme Generous annual leave allowance 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 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 cognate 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 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