Principal Drainage Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Civil Engineering, Water Engineer
Principal Drainage Engineer
Guildford
£50,000 – £60,000
Are you a Principal Drainage Engineer looking to join a leading consultancy that delivers innovative transport planning and infrastructure solutions across the UK? This is the perfect opening, working with both public and private sector clients, you will be offered exciting projects, a collaborative culture, and a supportive environment that encourages career development, a chance to make a real impact on a diverse portfolio of development schemes.
What is on Offer for the successful Principal Drainage Engineer?
- A competitive salary of £50,000-£60,000 plus company-wide bonus scheme.
- Hybrid working for improved work-life balance.
- Generous annual leave, plus birthdays and the option to purchase additional days.
- Private healthcare, life insurance and pension schemes
- Gym membership contribution and Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to Work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes.
- Excellent career progression, training, and mentoring opportunities.
The Role – Principal Drainage Engineer
As a Principal Drainage Engineer, you will lead drainage design and infrastructure projects, preparing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies. You will use your technical expertise to deliver practical solutions, manage project deadlines and collaborate with clients, planning authorities and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities for the Principal Drainage Engineer:
- Lead drainage design and development-focused engineering projects.
- Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies.
- Use AutoCAD and Micro Drainage/Info Drainage to design and analyse solutions.
- Manage project delivery and client expectations.
- Liaise with stakeholders to deliver effective engineering solutions.
The Principal Drainage Engineer Requirements:
- Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in flood risk assessments and drainage design.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Micro Drainage/Info Drainage.
- Strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- A full UK driving licence
- The full right to work in the UK
- Live within a commutable distance to Guildford
This is a permanent role.
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