Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant in Thatcham. This role provides graduates with the opportunity to work alongside senior engineers, assisting in flood risk assessments and drainage strategies while gaining exposure to projects in a crucial sector. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and a passion for sustainability and water engineering. The position offers structured progression and excellent mentorship opportunities.

Benefits

Structured progression

Excellent mentoring

Exposure to live projects

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies.
• 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.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Proactiveness

Enthusiasm for flood risk and 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.