Account Delivery Manager: Local Authorities

RSK Group Limited; Chester, Birmingham, Bradford-on-Avon, Bristol, Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy seeks an Account Delivery Manager to oversee local flood risk management services. Ideal candidates will have a degree in relevant fields and experience with Lead Local Flood Authorities. The role involves coordinating projects, mentoring staff, and delivering innovative solutions to manage water and coastal environments sustainably.

Qualifications

• Experience with Lead Local Flood Authorities is essential.
• Demonstrable experience in the Flood and Coast sector.
• Ability to coordinate and analyze flood risk datasets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Surface Water Management Plans and Local Flood Risk Management Strategies.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff and manage small project teams.
• Develop and implement business plans for local authority projects.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Commercial Awareness

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Geography

Degree in Water & Environmental Management

Job description

Account Delivery Manager: Local Authorities

Location: Flexible, UK

Contract Type: Full Time Permanent

The Vacancy

Location: Chester, Birmingham, Bradford on Avon, Bristol, Manchester or Redhill

Contract Type: Full-time or Part-time Permanent

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to lead our provision of local flood risk management services and surface water management to Lead Local Flood Authorities. We are seeking a flood risk manager at Associate Consultant level, with an established track record in delivering services within the sector, and experience working as a stakeholder or consultant for Lead Local Flood Authorities.

This role is ideal for candidates who are Chartered and have demonstrable experience in the Flood and Coast sector. You should be a dynamic individual capable of inspiring others and developing careers in local flood risk management.

We offer a comprehensive range of local flood risk services, from initial appraisals to business cases, detailed design, supervision, and support on statutory planning applications and land drainage consents.

About the Role

The role involves supporting clients in managing water and coastal environments sustainably and innovatively. Responsibilities include coordinating, quality assuring, and leading the delivery of Surface Water Management Plans, Local Flood Risk Management Strategies, and Business Cases, as well as supporting operational LLFA functions.

Additional duties involve leading proposals for local authority projects, developing and implementing business plans, supervising and mentoring junior staff, and managing small project teams.

Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Water & Environmental Management, or related disciplines.

For candidates with a geography/science background: experience in coordinating, quality assuring, analyzing flood risk datasets, and producing related reports and strategies.

For engineering backgrounds: experience in feasibility assessments, design packages, engineering calculations, specifications, drawings, and overseeing site supervision.

Experience working with or for Lead Local Flood Authorities is essential, along with commercial awareness, project management skills, stakeholder engagement, and supervisory experience.

About Us

We develop innovative solutions through an award-winning integrated planning and design approach, delivering infrastructure and environmental legacies. Our culture emphasizes innovation and sustainable delivery, aiming to improve quality of life for communities now and in the future.

Part of the RSK Group, we provide multidisciplinary environmental, engineering, and technical services across sectors. Founded in 1989, we prioritize employee development, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment for growth and success.

We are committed to sustainability, digital innovation, and building resilient infrastructure to meet the net zero challenge. Our water sector work includes water and wastewater management, watershed planning, and harnessing digital transformation for reliable, resilient solutions.