Flood Risk And Drainage Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy in Liverpool is seeking a Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant to produce assessments, utilize specialized software, and collaborate with clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in a relevant field and prior experience in a similar role. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Highly-competitive salary

Generous annual leave allowance

Hybrid/flexible working opportunities

Distinctive and inclusive work environment

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in flood risk and drainage roles within the UK.
• Familiar with producing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies.

Responsibilities

• Produce Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies.
• Attend site visits and write comprehensive reports.
• Utilise software packages to produce designs and calculations.

Skills

Strong academic background in Hydrology, Civil Engineering, or Geography

Experience of working in a flood risk and drainage role

Demonstrable experience of authoring Flood Risk Assessments

Proficient in the use of MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, Causeway Flow

Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS software systems

Outstanding communication skills

Keen to improve skills and CPD

Education

Degree in Hydrology, Civil Engineering, or Geography

Tools

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

QGIS

Job description

Job Title: Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

Ref. No.: CJD(phone number removed)F

Location: Liverpool

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000

This is a fantastic opportunity to join my client, an innovative, diverse Multidisciplinary Consultancy known for lending their expertise to a diverse range of projects across the planning, environmental, and engineering fields. They are seeking a talented, enthusiastic Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant who is willing to take on a challenging array of projects within the sector, based in the lively, richly‑cultural city of Liverpool.

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

• Highly‑competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Hybrid/flexible working opportunities
• A focus on inclusive, collaborative working environments
• Access to a range of interesting projects across the region
• Extensive training and career progression opportunities
• Opportunities to shape the developmental direction of the company

Responsibilities for the role of Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant include:

• Producing Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) and designing Drainage Strategies, including Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), in support of planning applications
• Preparing 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 similar)
• Liaising with clients and other stakeholders, establishing and maintaining excellent working relationships with them

Required skills and experience for the role of Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant include:

• Strong academic background in Hydrology, Civil Engineering, or Geography (or similar, relevant discipline)
• Experience of working in a flood risk and drainage role, within a UK-based consultancy or Local Authority
• Demonstrable experience of authoring Flood Risk Assessments and producing Drainage Strategies
• Proficient in the use of MicroDrainage, InfoDrainage, Causeway Flow, TUFLOW, and other, similar software systems
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS software systems
• Excellent understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite
• Outstanding communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Experience of working closely with clients and other stakeholders
• 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 for the role of Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant include:

• Good comprehension 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
• Actively working to attain Chartered Status

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