Lead Consultant - Flooding, Shoreline, and Harbours

ICE Recruit; Glenrothes; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Glenrothes is looking for a dynamic Lead Consultant to transform flood risk management and harbour operations. This role integrates innovative digital solutions while ensuring compliance with national legislation and standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong civil or structural engineering background, chartered status, and extensive experience managing projects and teams. Joining Fife Council means access to a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance with blended home/office working.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Discounts on products and services

Blended home/office working

Qualifications

• Visionary leader with a strong background in civil or structural engineering.
• Extensive experience in flood risk management, shoreline management, and harbour operations.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, promoting a positive culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of effective flood prevention strategies.
• Drive the digital integration of flood management and coastal studies.
• Manage procurement and maintenance of water, coastal, and maritime structures.

Skills

Leadership

Digital transformation

Communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Honours Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered status with a relevant professional body

Job description

Job Details

Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming how we manage flood risk, shoreline, and harbour operations? Fife Council is seeking a dynamic and innovative Lead Consultant to join our Flooding, Shoreline, and Harbours team within Structural Services. This is your chance to make a significant impact by integrating cutting‑edge digital solutions into our operations.

About the role

As the Lead Consultant, you will spearhead the delivery of our flood risk management, coastal, and harbour functions. Your role will be pivotal in driving the digital transformation of our services, ensuring we meet national legislation and Fife Council’s standards and policies.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of effective flood prevention, shoreline management, and harbour functions.
• Drive the digital integration of hydraulic flood and coastal studies, utilizing advanced technologies for design and supervision.
• Manage the procurement and maintenance of water, coastal, and maritime structures, leveraging digital tools for efficiency.
• Oversee the development of forward design and construction programmes, ensuring budget adherence and effective control.
• Implement the Council’s duties as a harbour authority, incorporating digital solutions for asset inspection, maintenance and operation.
• Stay ahead of new legislation, best practices, and technical standards, leading the development of innovative responses and strategies.

About you

You are a visionary leader with a passion for digital transformation and a strong background in civil or structural engineering. You are a Chartered Engineer or Hydrologist with extensive experience in flood risk management, shoreline management, and harbour operations.

Essential criteria

• Honours Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (SCQF level 10) or equivalent.
• Chartered status with a relevant professional body (MICE, MCHIT, MI StructE, MCIWEM).
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, promoting a positive culture in the workplace.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage conflicting demands effectively.
• Extensive knowledge of civil engineering specifications, contract management and health and safety legislation.
• Experience in preparing and managing project plans and programmes, with a focus on digital integration.
• Experience managing contracts using the NEC suite of contracts.
• Time‑management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively, use own initiative, work without supervision and manage conflicting demands.
• Report writing skills.
• Extensive analytical skills.
• Detailed knowledge of civil engineering functions with particular knowledge of flooding, shoreline management, and harbour operations.
• Knowledge of civil engineering specifications, various conditions of contract and tendering procedures.

Why join us?

At Fife Council, we are committed to shaping the future of our communities through innovative and sustainable solutions. As part of our team, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including discounts on a wide range of products and services. We also embrace blended home/office working to support a healthy work‑life balance.

For further information please contact: [e-mail]

Closing Date: Monday 23 February 2026.

Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing 23 March 2026.