Senior Drainage Engineer

Job Title:

Senior Drainage Engineer

.: CJD
0502H26

Location:

Based near Bridgend

Salary: GBP
40,000 : GBP
50,000

This is a fantastic opportunity to join my client, a highly:regarded, sustainably:minded Multidisciplinary Consultancy, renowned 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 knowledgeable,skilled Senior Drainage Engineer with a strong background in SAB applications. You will be based near the conveniently:located, charming town of Bridgend, South Wales.

• Competitive salary (depending on your skills, qualifications, and experience)
• Employee Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave
• Flexible/hybrid working prospects
• 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 promoties ambition and innovation

• Lead SuDS strategies and surface water drainage design for SAB approval
• Prepare and review SAB submission documents and the respective responses
• Deliver Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) and surface water mitigation proposals
• Oversee professional relations with clients and stakeholders, including LLFAs, SAB teams, and other regulatory bodies
• Utilise the relevant design software to develop compliant, feasible drainage solutions
• Mentor and support colleagues throughout the design process
• Assess project feasibility, resourcing requirements, budgetary restrictions, and workable timescales

• A First Degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, or a cognate discipline
• Possess Chartered Status with a recognised Professional Body (e.g., ICE), or actively working to attain this
• Considerable experience in drainage design, within a UK:based consultancy or Local Authority setting
• Advanced working knowledge of the SAB process, including experience of preparing SAB submission packs
• Extensive experience with the relevant software systems, including Info Drainage/Micro Drainage, AutoCAD, etc.
• Keen understanding of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) standards, adoption requirements, and maintenance considerations
• Familiarity with UK drainage and planning frameworks
• Experience of overseeing and mentoring colleagues in a design setting

• A higher qualification in a relevant field

If you are interested in the role of Senior 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.