Graduate Flood Risk Consultant - autumn 2025 start

Rappor; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Cheltenham as a Graduate Flood Risk Consultant. You will deliver hydraulic modelling and support projects aimed at improving flood risk management. The role involves collaboration with teams to implement effective flood solutions, while promoting equity and inclusion. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Industry-leading annual leave: 25 days plus additional days

4% pension contribution

Wellbeing package including charity days

Qualifications

• Demonstrate motivation and talent to become a flood risk consultant.
• Knowledge of flood risk management techniques and option appraisals.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Implement 1D and 2D modelling techniques for flood applications.
• Conduct flood risk management and option appraisals.
• Write and review technical reports.

Skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in Geography, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Water

Tools

HEC-RAS

Flood Modeller

TUFLOW

Job description

Opportunity for a Graduate Flood Risk Consultant to join our growing, multidisciplinary team in Cheltenham, GL50 3LH, in autumn 2025.

As a Graduate Flood Risk Consultant, you will deliver hydraulic modelling to support nature-based solutions, Flood Risk Assessments, and drainage design. Current projects include a settlement-wide flood alleviation scheme, redevelopment of a brownfield site for residential development, and a proposed 2,500-unit ‘new community’.

What you will be doing

• Implementing 1D and 2D modelling techniques for river and urban flooding applications
• Implementing flood risk management techniques and methods including option appraisals
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams
• Writing and reviewing technical reports

What You Will Need

• Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant subject (e.g., Geography, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Water)
• Demonstrate motivation and talent to become a flood risk consultant
• Ability to research and produce high-quality reports (demonstrated through studies or work experience)
• Knowledge of 1D or 2D hydraulic modelling software packages (e.g., HEC-RAS, Flood Modeller, TUFLOW), gained through study, work, or personal research
• Knowledge of flood risk management techniques and methods, including option appraisals
• Understanding of the planning process
• Experience in collaborative working with good communication skills
• Awareness of UK hydrological methodologies and flood risk policy
• Full UK driving licence
• The Right to Work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)

About Rappor

Our philosophy is to invest in our people and build strong partnerships. As a multidisciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy, our work contributes to the built environment. We value ‘living our best life’ and ‘celebrating our team’, providing opportunities for growth and enjoyment.

Our Cheltenham workspace offers excellent facilities, including natural light, a large kitchen and sun terrace, gym, showers, bike storage, and social spaces. About 40 team members from various disciplines work here, fostering collaboration and social interaction.

Rewarding you

• A competitive starting salary
• Industry-leading annual leave: 25 days, plus your birthday, Christmas to New Year, and an additional day for every three years’ service up to five days
• 4% contribution to your pension
• Life assurance
• Wellbeing package including Cycle2work, charity days, Employee Assistance Program, and social events

Being inclusive

We promote equity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We believe diverse teams are strong teams and aim to be a supportive environment for everyone. Let us know what you need to be your best self with Rappor.

What Next

Applications will be acknowledged immediately, with reviews on a rolling basis. The selection process includes written questions and in-person assessment at our Cheltenham office. The start date is 8th September 2025.