Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Glasgow is seeking a Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant. This role involves preparing Flood Risk Assessments and contributing to drainage strategies. Candidates should have a strong background in Civil Engineering and relevant experience in the consultancy sector. Outstanding communication skills and proficiency in software like MicroDrainage are essential. Flexible working options available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave allowance

Opportunities for hybrid/flexible working

Extensive training and career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in a UK-based consultancy setting.
• Demonstrable experience in Flood Risk Assessments.
• Hold a full, valid UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies.
• Attend site visits and write reports.
• Utilize software packages for designs and calculations.

Skills

Strong academic background in Civil Engineering

Experience in flood risk and drainage roles

Proficient in MicroDrainage and other software

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Environmental Sciences

Tools

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

QGIS

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

Ref. No.: CJD241025H

Location: Glasgow

Salary: £32,000 – £35,000

This is a brilliant opportunity to join my client, an eco-conscious, innovative Multidisciplinary Consultancy renowned for lending their expertise to a diverse range of projects across the planning, environmental, and engineering fields. They are seeking an enthusiastic, capable Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant who is willing to take on a challenging array of projects within the flood risk and drainage sector, based in the diverse, lively city of Glasgow.

Benefits for the role of Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant include (but are not limited to):

• Competitive salary (commensurate with skills and experience)
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Opportunities for hybrid/flexible working
• A focus on inclusive working environments and team innovation
• Access to a range of interesting projects across the region
• Extensive training and career progression opportunities
• Opportunities to shape the company’s development prospects

Responsibilities

• Preparing Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) and Drainage Strategies, including Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), in support of planning applications
• Contributing to Hydrological and Flood Risk Chapters of Environmental Impact Assessments, Nutrient Neutrality, and ESG factors
• Attending site visits, writing comprehensive reports, and analysing data
• Utilising the appropriate software packages (including MicroDrainage, Causeway Flow, etc.) to produce designs and calculations
• Working with AutoCAD to develop conceptual drainage systems
• Producing flood risk maps within QGIS (or using similar software)
• Liaising with clients and other stakeholders, establishing and maintaining excellent working relationships with them

Required skills and experience

• Strong academic background in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Environmental Sciences, or a similar, relevant discipline
• Experience of working in a flood risk and drainage role, within a UK-based consultancy setting
• Demonstrable experience of authoring Flood Risk Assessments and producing Drainage Strategies
• Proficient in the use of MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, Causeway Flow, TUFLOW, and other relevant software systems
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS software systems
• Excellent understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word and Excel)
• Outstanding communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Experience of working closely with clients and other stakeholders throughout projects
• Keen to take a proactive approach to improving skills and your Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Hold a full, valid UK Driving Licence

Desirable skills and experience

• Good understanding of relevant planning policy, procedures, and regulatory processes within the industry
• Prior experience of producing technical reports for flood modelling studies
• Undertaking hydrological analysis with reference to the Flood Estimation Handbook, WINFAP, ReFH2, and other industry guidance
• Good knowledge of hydraulic modelling for rivers, surface water, and/or sewer drainage
• Experience in the use of AutoCAD and GIS software

If you are interested in the role of Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant, please do not hesitate to contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.