Principal Public Health Engineer
Pertemps Specialist Division · Solihull · GBP 55,000 - 65,000
Job summary
Job Title: Principal Public Health Engineer Location: Solihull Salary: Negotiable DOE Type: Permanent | 36.25 hours per week A leading, design-led Building Services consultancy is seeking a Principal Public Health Engineer to join its growing Solihull office. This is a senior technical leadership role within a well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering practice delivering sustainable solutions across healthcare, education, residential, commercial, industrial and public sector projects. With a strong focus on net-zero carbon and research-driven design, this organisation offers technically challenging work within a collaborative and people-focused culture. The Role You will take ownership of the technical leadership of above-ground drainage design, ensuring full compliance with BS EN 12056and Approved Document H. Key responsibilities include: Leading design of above-ground foul drainage systems in accordance with BS EN 12056-2 Overseeing gravity and siphonic roof drainage design (BS EN 12056-3) Ensuring compliance with Approved Document H – Section 1 Reviewing installation requirements in line with BS EN 12056-5 Integrating drainage systems within architectural, structural and MEP coordination models (BIM) Providing technical solutions covering ventilation, acoustics, fire-stopping and backflow prevention Conducting high-level technical reviews of calculations, drawings and specifications Leadership & Governance Managing and mentoring a team of Public Health Engineers Delivering structured technical training Establishing discipline standards, QA processes and technical guidance Engaging directly with clients, architects, MEP teams and Building Control Contributing to risk management and project strategy About You Degree qualified in Public Health, Building Services or Civil Engineering Chartered Engineer (CEng) or operating at the Principal level 10+ years’ experience designing above-ground foul and rainwater drainage systems Advanced knowledge of EN 12056 methodology Strong technical coordination experience within multi-disciplinary design environments Excellent communication and leadership capability What’s on Offer Competitive salary Enhanced family leave policies Agile working framework Generous annual leave with buy/sell option Technically complex and sustainable projects EV scheme, cycle to work scheme, EAP and wellbeing initiatives Structured career progression within an international consultancy environment This opportunity would suit an experienced Public Health Engineer seeking technical authority, team leadership and meaningful involvement in sustainable building design.