Principal Flood Risk Consultant in Gorseinon

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Gorseinon; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is assisting a leading consultancy to appoint a Principal Flood Risk Consultant. The role offers flexible UK locations and a salary band of 60,000–70,000 per year, with a focus on delivering high-quality flood risk projects across multiple sectors.

You will lead technical work in hydraulic modelling, hydrology and GIS, mentor junior staff, and engage in business development. A strong track record in flood risk and client liaison is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering flood risk projects.
• Proficient in 1D-2D modelling with InfoWorks ICM, TUFLOW and Flood Modeller.
• Strong leadership and ability to develop technical teams.
• Excellent decision-making and organizational skills.
• Collaborative mindset and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical work in flood risk management, focusing on hydraulic modelling, hydrology, and GIS.
• Mentor and guide junior staff, ensuring quality assurance for technical deliverables.
• Develop and test project solutions for flood mitigation.
• Manage and supervise junior resources, supporting project managers and directors.
• Engage in business development activities, including tendering and client engagement.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

GIS

Leadership

Client engagement

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

TUFLOW

Flood Modeller

Job description

Principal Flood Risk Consultant
Location: Flexible UK Locations
Salary: 60,000 - 70,000

Join a leading consultancy as a Principal Flood Risk Consultant and play a pivotal role in shaping flood risk management across diverse sectors.

The Opportunity

As a Principal Flood Risk Consultant, you'll collaborate with clients and design teams, leading flood risk management projects in Aviation, Defense, Energy, Cities & Development, Education, Rail, and Water sectors. You'll be part of a Water Management Consultancy practice, where your expertise in hydraulic modelling, hydrology, and GIS will be highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• - Lead technical work in flood risk management, focusing on hydraulic modelling, hydrology, and GIS.
• - Mentor and guide junior staff, ensuring quality assurance for technical deliverables.
• - Develop and test project solutions for flood mitigation.
• - Manage and supervise junior resources, supporting project managers and directors.
• - Engage in business development activities, including tendering and client engagement.

Candidate Requirements

• - Extensive experience in delivering flood risk projects with a focus on hydraulic modelling.
• - Proficient in 1D-2D modelling using InfoWorks ICM, TUFLOW, Flood Modeller, and GIS tools.
• - Strong leadership skills with experience in developing and leading technical teams.
• - Excellent decision-making abilities and organizational skills.
• - Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.

Company Culture

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy that values diversity and inclusion. They offer a flexible work culture, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.

Eligibility to Apply

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.