Lead Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant

Penguin Recruitment

Exeter

Hybrid

GBP 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Professional development support

Career progression

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking an experienced Principal Flood Risk Consultant to lead delivery of flood risk and drainage projects from Exeter. You will manage client relationships, oversee technical reviews and mentor junior team members within a multidisciplinary environment.

The role involves leading FRAs, designing SuDS, performing hydraulic assessments with industry software, and contributing to business development.

Qualifications

Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
Extensive consultancy experience within flood risk and drainage.
Strong knowledge of UK flood risk policy, planning guidance and SuDS design principles.
Experience delivering FRAs and drainage strategies for planning applications.
Proven project management and client-facing experience.
Excellent report writing and communication skills.
Full UK Driving Licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

Leading the delivery of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) for a wide range of development projects.
Producing and reviewing drainage strategies in line with planning policy.
Designing SuDS from concept to detailed design.
Undertaking hydraulic and hydrological assessments using industry software.
Managing multiple projects with budgets and timelines.
Providing technical leadership and quality assurance.
Mentoring junior consultants and graduates.
Liaising with clients, planning authorities and stakeholders.
Supporting planning applications with high-quality reports and advice.