Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative multidisciplinary company based near Basingstoke is seeking a Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant. The successful candidate will work on diverse projects, producing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies while using software like MicroDrainage and AutoCAD. Key requirements include a UK degree in Geography or Environmental Science and proficiency in relevant technical skills. Benefits include competitive salary, flexible working, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Flexible/hybrid working opportunities

Extensive career progression opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Exciting projects

Qualifications

• A UK Degree (or equivalent) in Geography or Environmental Science.
• Good knowledge of Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, and Drainage Design.
• Proficient in MicroDrainage and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects across public and private sectors.
• Produce technical documents, including Flood Risk Assessments.
• Create Drainage Strategies, including Sustainable Drainage Systems.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessments

Drainage Strategies

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Hydraulic Modelling

Verbal communication

Written communication

Numeracy skills

Education

UK Degree in Geography or Environmental Science

Tools

MicroDrainage

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

Ref. No.: CJD1012B25

Location: Based near Basingstoke

Salary: £26,000 – £27,000

This is an excellent opportunity to join my client, an innovative, eco-conscious Multidisciplinary Company, renowned for lending their expertise to the transport, infrastructure, and environmental landscapes. They are currently searching for a driven, talented Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant who is willing to take on a variety of projects alongside an established team of professionals, based near the vibrant, modern market town of Basingstoke.

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

• A competitive salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Flexible/hybrid working opportunities
• Extensive career progression opportunities
• A close-knit team, within a collaborative working environment
• Access to a range of exciting, high-profile projects

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

• Contributing to projects across the public and private sectors, including residential, commercial, and retail developments, as well as renewable energy projects
• Producing technical documents, inducing Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) and Flood Estimation Reports
• Creating Drainage Strategies, including Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)
• Using software such as MicroDrainage and AutoCAD to produce technical work

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

• A UK Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Geography or Environmental Science (or a similar, relevant discipline)
• Good knowledge of Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, and Drainage Design
• Proficient in the use of MicroDrainage and AutoCAD (as well as similar software systems)
• Basic knowledge of Hydraulic Modelling
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Good literacy and numeracy skills, particularly when applied to report writing
• A genuine interest in flood risk and drainage, and their importance in environmental and engineering projects

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

• Hold a full, valid UK Driving Licence
• A keen interest in climate change and its effects on water-based environments

If you are interested in the role of Graduate 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.