Principal Drainage Engineer

Job Title

Principal Drainage Engineer

CJD
0502F26

Based near Cardiff

GBP
50,000 : GBP
60,000

This is an excellent opportunity to join my client, a highly regarded, industry-leading 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 driven, talented Principal Drainage Engineer with a strong background in SAB applications.

You will be based near the culturally significant, vibrant Welsh Capital City of Cardiff.

• Competitive salary (commensurate with 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 encourages ambition and innovation

• 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 strategies
• 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 all aspects of project feasibility, including resourcing, budgetary restrictions, time frames, etc.
• Support Business Development (BD) by proactively contributing to BD strategies and activities

• A First Degree in Civil Engineering, 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 Info Drainage/Micro Drainage, 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

• A higher qualification 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.