Principal Drainage Engineer

Job Title: Principal Drainage Engineer Ref. No.: CJD1402D26 Location: Based near Bristol Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 This is a rare opportunity to join my client, an innovative, motivated Multidisciplinary Consultancy, known for delivering their expertise across the diverse Civil and Structural Engineering Sectors, offering bespoke, sustainable approaches to projects across a broad spectrum of residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. They are currently searching for a knowledgeable, driven Principal Drainage Engineer with a strong background in SAB applications. You will be based near the lively, youthful riverside city of Bristol. Benefits for the role of Principal Drainage Engineer include (but are not limited to): Competitive salary Employee Pension Scheme Generous annual leave allowance Flexible/hybrid working arrangements 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 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 key point of 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, budgets, and timeframes 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 Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, or similar 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 for the role of Principal Drainage Engineer include: A higher qualification in a relevant field of study 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. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-02-18