Senior Associate

Ridge and Partners LLP

West of England

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

47 hours ago

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Job summary

Ridge and Partners LLP in Bristol is looking for a Senior Associate Flood Risk Consultant to lead delivery of flood risk assessments, drainage strategies and water management studies for diverse developments. You will combine technical excellence with project leadership, mentoring, and client relationship management to support growth of flood risk services and pre-planning offering.

The role requires Chartered status, 8–15+ years’ consultancy experience, and a proactive approach to policy and

Qualifications

Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography or Water Resources.
Chartered status with ICE, CIWEM, or equivalent (CEng/C.WEM/IEng).
Typically 8–15+ years of consultancy experience in flood risk.
Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and client engagements.
Strong knowledge of planning policy and flood risk guidance (NPPF, SuDS).

Responsibilities

Lead delivery of FRAs, drainage strategies and water management studies across multiple sectors.
Provide expert advice on flood risk, SuDS and climate resilience for planning.
Review and approve technical reports and modelling work.
Manage multidisciplinary teams, proposals, and project programmes.
Develop client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

Project leadership

Client relationship management

Business development

Technical flood risk modelling

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering / Geography / Water Resources

Tools

Flood Modeller

TUFLOW

HEC-RAS

InfoWorks ICM

MicroDrainage / Causeway Flow / Flow

Job description

Are you a commercially aware Senior Associate Flood Risk Consultant seeking your next career move? We are recruiting for someone to lead the delivery of flood risk, drainage, and flood modelling projects across a diverse range of development and infrastructure sectors. The successful candidate will combine technical excellence with project leadership, business development, and client relationship management to support the continued growth of the flood risk and generally pre-planning offering. This is a senior technical and leadership position, responsible for overseeing project delivery, mentoring junior staff, developing client relationships, and contributing to the strategic direction of the flood risk service offering and will be based in our Bristol office.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), drainage strategies, and water management studies for residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure, and renewable energy developments.
Provide expert advice on flood risk, surface water management, SuDS, climate change resilience, and planning policy.
Oversee hydraulic and hydrological modelling projects using industry-standard software such as:
- Flood Modeller
- TUFLOW
- HEC-RAS
- InfoWorks ICM
- MicroDrainage / Causeway Flow / Flow (or equivalent)
Review and approve technical reports and calculations prepared by other team members.
Manage complex planning and flood risk challenges and develop innovative solutions.
Provide quality assurance and technical governance across project portfolios.
Maintain awareness of emerging legislation, policy, guidance, and industry best practice.

Project Management

Manage multiple commissions simultaneously, ensuring delivery to programme, budget, and quality requirements.
Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate inputs from environmental, planning, engineering, and infrastructure specialists.
Prepare proposals, fee estimates, and project programmes.
Monitor project performance, financial metrics, and resource allocation.
Identify and manage project risks and opportunities.

Client and Stakeholder Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with:
- Developers
- Local Planning Authorities
- Lead Local Flood Authorities (LLFAs)
- Environment Agency
- Water Companies
- Infrastructure providers
Attend and lead client meetings, technical workshops, and stakeholder consultations.
Provide strategic flood risk advice during planning and development processes.

Team Development

Mentor and support graduate, consultant, and senior consultant staff.
Assist with recruitment and team growth initiatives.
Contribute to technical training and professional development programmes.

Business Development

Continue to deliver / develop relationships with existing clients.
Identify opportunities with existing and new clients.
Support framework bids, tenders, and major project pursuits.
Develop and maintain a strong industry profile through networking and professional engagement.
Contribute to market growth strategies and business planning.

Essential Qualifications And Experience

Degree in: Civil Engineering / Geography / Water Resources / Related discipline

Professional Membership

Chartered status with one of the following (or demonstrable progress towards):
- ICE / CIWEM / CEng / C.WEM /IEng

Experience Required To Carry Out This Role

Typically 8-15+ years' relevant consultancy experience.
Extensive experience preparing and reviewing Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies.
Strong understanding of:
- National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)
- Flood Risk and Coastal Change guidance
- CIRIA SuDS Manual (C753)
- Flood and Water Management Act
- Environment Agency requirements
Experience managing multidisciplinary projects and client relationships.
Proven commercial awareness and project financial management experience.

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