Associate Flood Risk Consultant

Hydrock; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in environmental engineering is seeking an Associate Flood Risk Consultant for their Water Environment team in London. This role involves working on hydrological and hydraulic modeling, managing client projects and mentoring junior consultants. The candidate will benefit from a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and excellent health benefits.

Benefits

Excellent health benefits

25 days of holiday

Early finish on Fridays

Flexible benefits

Day off for good cause

Qualifications

• Strong Bachelor's degree and possibly a higher degree in a water-related subject.
• Substantial experience in flood risk assessments and modeling.
• Self-motivated team player with excellent people skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage varied and challenging projects in flood risk assessment.
• Work on hydrological and hydraulic modelling.
• Develop relationships with clients and regulatory authorities.

Skills

Hydrological modeling

Client liaison

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a water-related subject

Higher degree in a water-related subject

Tools

Flood Modeler Pro

TUFLOW

Job description

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We have a fantastic opportunity for an Associate Flood Risk Consultant to join our thriving Water Environment team within our London office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established team, lead models on a range of projects locally and nationally, while mentoring and developing other consultants in the business.

The role requires developing relationships with clients and regulators, as well as managing varied and challenging projects.

What will you be responsible for?

1. Working within a growing multi-disciplinary consultancy, operating across a matrix of projects.
2. Work winning, budgetary control of project finances, preparing fee proposals, and developing the Water & Environment Team in this region.
3. Working in a design office environment, participating in design and site meetings, site inspections, and progress reporting.
4. Good communication and liaison with clients, architects, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
5. Hydrological and hydraulic modelling.
6. Bid preparation and fee proposals.
7. Research and business development of potential new clients.
8. Attending client and regulatory meetings.

You’ll be set up for success if you have:

• A strong Bachelor's degree and possibly a higher degree in a water-related subject, with well-established consultancy or industry experience as a senior modeler.
• Substantial experience in flood risk assessments following NPPF (and/or TAN 15), with a primary focus on hydrological and hydraulic modelling, often using Flood Modeler Pro or TUFLOW.
• Good understanding of the workings of the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, and Lead Local Flood Authorities, with up-to-date knowledge of planning policies and procedures.
• High motivation for this specific opportunity.
• Self-motivated team player with excellent people skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with line manager’s requirements.
• An understanding of the developer industry would be advantageous.

What's great about Hydrock, now Stantec

We are an integrated multidisciplinary engineering consultancy of over 900 staff across 21 UK offices. Our motivation is to be a ‘Force for Good’, aiming to improve lives through our work—benefiting communities, the environment, and society.

We deliver sustainable projects, including award-winning initiatives, such as the Conservation and Regeneration category at the 2023 Construction Excellence South West Awards, and others recognized nationally and locally.

Explore what we’re all about and see our impact.

What we can offer you:

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Reward for progression and hard work
• Development of both soft and technical skills
• Excellent health benefits, 25 days of holiday (with buy/sell options), and bonus holidays
• Early finish on Fridays (4pm!)
• “Day off for good cause” (on a workday)
• Flexible benefits, including climate perks and an EV leasing scheme

A place to feel included

We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we support our employees and create a safe environment that nurtures your potential. We consider all applications fairly, regardless of background or condition, and aim to make reasonable adjustments where needed.

Next steps

After submitting your application via our careers site, we will review and respond promptly. If shortlisted, a Talent Acquisition Team member will contact you for an initial phone pre-screen (about 30 minutes). Successful candidates will be invited for a formal interview via video conference (Microsoft Teams) or in person at our offices.

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