Flood Risk Engineer — Flexible Work & Growth in Bedford

Penguin Recruitment; Bedford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Pension

Life assurance

Healthcare

CPD support

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Flood Risk Engineer in Bedford to enhance drainage and flood risk expertise across residential and non-residential developments. You will prepare Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies while collaborating with civil engineers, planners and external consultants.

The role emphasizes technical development, client interaction and progression within a growing consultancy that offers flexible working and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Good understanding of UK drainage and flood risk guidance.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments for planning applications.
• Produce surface water and foul drainage strategies.
• Model drainage networks using MicroDrainage or Flow.
• Provide drainage and flood risk input to masterplanning.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities and consultants.
• Support multiple projects and team coordination.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroDrainage

Flow

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Flood Risk Engineer in Bedford to enhance drainage and flood risk expertise across residential and non-residential developments. You will prepare Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies while collaborating with civil engineers, planners and external consultants.

The role emphasizes technical development, client interaction and progression within a growing consultancy that offers flexible working and a supportive environment.