Associate Flood Risk Specialist

ICE Recruit; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Senior/Associate Flood Risk Specialist. This role provides the flexibility to work remotely while leading flood risk projects across the UK, with responsibilities in project management and team development. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and extensive experience in flood risk assessment. Benefits include a competitive salary, an annual bonus, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

33 days annual leave

5% matched pension

Private Medical

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field (e.g., hydrology, environmental science, civil engineering).
• Chartered status or actively working toward it.
• Extensive flood risk/hydrology experience and strong use of analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Lead flood risk and hydrology projects with minimal supervision.
• Prepare flood risk assessments and hydrological studies.
• Handle weekly work planning and resource management.
• Coordinate with contractors and multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Flood risk assessment

Hydrology

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in hydrology or civil engineering

Job description

Senior / Associate Flood Risk Specialist

Overview

A Senior/Associate Flood Risk Specialist with extensive experience.

The role is not tied to a specific location and the correct candidate will be able to be based at any of my clients' offices - Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, or Newcastle.

The successful applicant would support the work of the whole Practice, across all technical teams and offices.

On Offer

• £50,000 - £62,000
• Annual Bonus
• 35-hour week
• 33 days annual leave
• 5% matched pension
• Private Medical
• Hybrid working
• + many more

Core Responsibilities

• Lead flood risk and hydrology projects with minimal supervision
• Prepare flood risk assessments and hydrological studies to support UK planning applications
• Handle weekly work planning and resource management
• Estimate fees, monitor profitability, and raise invoices promptly
• Coordinate with contractors and multi-disciplinary teams
• Support business development and secure independent flood risk work
• Train and mentor junior team members
• Conduct site work responsibly and follow safety guidelines

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field (e.g., hydrology, environmental science, civil engineering)
• Chartered status or actively working toward it
• Extensive flood risk / hydrology experience and strong use of analysis software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and self-driven

Why You'll Like This Role

• Work remotely with support across regional offices
• Take ownership of technical projects and client relationships
• Opportunity to grow and lead a specialist team
• Exposure to varied flood risk work across the UK

How to Apply

Submit your CV and a brief summary of your flood risk experience and software skills. We'll review promptly and reach out to qualified candidates.