Graduate Flood Risk And Drainage Consultant

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant in Thatcham. This role offers graduates the opportunity to break into civil engineering, working with senior engineers on projects that include preparing flood risk assessments and drainage strategies. The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil or environmental engineering and a passion for water engineering and sustainability. You will receive technical training and have excellent prospects for professional growth.

Benefits

Structured progression

Excellent mentoring

Specialist skills development

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or drainage modelling software is desirable.
• Enthusiastic about flood risk, drainage, sustainability and water engineering.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Basic knowledge of AutoCAD

Enthusiasm for flood risk and drainage

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.