Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant

Senior Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

Role Overview: We are seeking a Senior Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant to join our Water Team. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to our core values and possess a genuine passion for learning and professional growth. The level of responsibility and expectations will be commensurate with the candidate's consulting grade.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate and support colleagues and team members on various projects.
• Manage the technical delivery of projects, offering guidance and assistance to other teams and disciplines.
• Ensure timely completion of tasks, draft reports, and project deliverables within specified deadlines and budget constraints.
• Conduct Flood Risk Assessments, develop Drainage Strategies, and design sustainable drainage solutions.
• Proactively manage client relationships, ensuring clarity regarding expectations, success criteria, and project outcomes.
• Foster collaboration with other consulting disciplines, such as land quality, to deliver integrated solutions.

Expectations: The ideal candidate will possess:

• A minimum of four years of UK experience in a Flood Risk or Drainage role.
• Basic technical skills acquired through a relevant scientific or engineering-based university degree, with a willingness to further develop expertise.
• Adaptability to work in diverse environments with various stakeholders.
• A flexible and dynamic approach to teamwork in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant technical software, with strong report writing skills.

Desirable Capabilities: While not essential, candidates with the following capabilities will be preferred:

• Experience in drainage design.
• Proficiency in GIS and CAD packages.
• Familiarity with 1D and 2D flood modelling techniques.

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