Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consultancy in the UK is seeking a Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant in Thatcham. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience with flood risk assessments and drainage strategies while working closely with senior engineers. Candidates must have a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and a keen interest in sustainability and water engineering. The position provides excellent mentoring and professional development opportunities in a growing sector.

Benefits

Structured progression

Excellent mentoring

Development of specialist skills

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
• Enthusiastic about flood risk, drainage, sustainability, and water engineering.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies.
• Prepare drawings and technical outputs using AutoCAD.
• Support with hydraulic modelling and drainage calculations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Basic knowledge of AutoCAD

Enthusiasm for sustainability

Education

Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

InfoDrainage

Job description

Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

Thatcham

If you're a graduate engineer looking to break into one of the most in-demand areas of civil engineering, this Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant role in Thatcham is a brilliant place to start. You'll join a respected consultancy with strong industry relationships and a proven track record in delivering high-quality water and drainage solutions.

As a Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant, you will support senior engineers on projects ranging from small residential schemes to large mixed-use developments. You'll learn how to prepare Flood Risk Assessments, develop drainage strategies, and contribute to sustainable drainage design. This is a hands‑on role offering excellent exposure to live projects, technical training, and clear professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategies and SuDS design.
• Support hydraulic modelling and drainage calculations using industry software.
• Prepare drawings and technical outputs using AutoCAD and InfoDrainage.
• Help compile planning submissions and technical reports.
• Liaise with internal teams, clients and local authorities.
• Contribute to site visits and data collection when required.
• Maintain high standards of organisation and technical accuracy.

About You

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related discipline).
• Enthusiastic about flood risk, drainage, sustainability and water engineering.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or drainage modelling software is desirable.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Keen to learn, proactive and motivated toward long‑term development.

This Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant role offers structured progression, excellent mentoring and the chance to develop specialist skills in a growing sector.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.