At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop innovative drainage solutions for sustainable water management projects.
- Company: Forward-thinking environmental consultancy with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, private health insurance, and pension contributions.
- Other info: Remote work opportunity with excellent career growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on environmental projects while leading a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Senior-level experience in drainage or hydrology, project management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
CleanTech Talent is recruiting on behalf of a key client, a forward-thinking environmental and construction consultancy, for an experienced Principal Drainage Engineer or Hydrologist to lead and develop their water and drainage service line.
This is a senior, high-autonomy role: own technical delivery across permanent and temporary drainage design, SuDS, construction-phase pollution control, and sustainable water management - working closely with ecology and environmental teams on integrated projects nationwide.
You'll lead commissions from feasibility through detailed design, manage budgets and programmes across multiple concurrent projects, engage directly with the Environment Agency and statutory consultees, and drive business development - proposals, tenders, and client relationships - as you build out the team around you.
- Senior/Principal-level drainage or hydrology experience, ideally within consultancy
- Track record designing SuDS schemes or construction-phase water treatment/pollution control solutions
- Strong project management across concurrent commissions
- Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle; CSCS card held or willingness to obtain
Desirable:
- On-site construction-phase experience
- Familiarity with ecological/environmental constraints and biodiversity net gain
- Experience within multidisciplinary environmental consultancies
- Chartership with CIWEM, ICE, or equivalent
£50,000–£60,000+ depending on experience
~7% employer pension contribution
~25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
~Private health insurance, wellbeing and volunteer days
~EV salary sacrifice scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
~Performance-related profit share scheme
To apply or find out more, contact Jim Merryfield at CleanTech Talent.
Principal Drainage Engineer - Rail in Scotland employer: CleanTech Talent
Join a pioneering environmental and construction consultancy that values innovation and sustainability, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise as a Principal Drainage Engineer will be recognised and rewarded. With competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects while enjoying a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Located remotely in the UK, this role provides the flexibility to balance work and life while contributing to meaningful environmental solutions.
