Senior Consultant/Engineer (Hydrology)

RPS Group Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Consultant/Engineer in Hydrology, where you will tackle significant water-related challenges. With 5-10 years of experience, you will play a crucial role in flood risk assessments, drainage design, and supporting planning applications. This innovative firm offers a collaborative environment and flexible working options, allowing you to grow your career while making a tangible difference in sustainable infrastructure. Be part of a diverse and respectful community that values wellbeing and fosters professional development.

Benefits

Professional training up to master's level

Flexible working options

Collaborative environment

Diverse community

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in flood and drainage engineering.
• Chartered with ICE or CIWEM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle Water Environmental development issues and planning applications.
• Support flood risk assessments and drainage design.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessment

Drainage Design

Planning Applications

Flow Modelling

Client Liaison

Mentoring

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Chartered Scientist (CSci)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Consultant/Engineer (Hydrology)

RPS, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Senior Consultant/Engineer (Hydrology) based in Cardiff.

About the Team

RPS projects are everywhere around you. We define, design, and manage projects that create shared value in a complex, urbanising, and resource-scarce world. Our success depends on our people. We seek individuals passionate about solving meaningful problems. Join us for challenging, rewarding work supported every step of the way.

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced flood and drainage Consultant/Engineer to join our Hydrology Team in Cardiff. The ideal candidate will have approximately 5-10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a similar role.

Your Impact

Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company, to make a tangible difference. Our work utilizes cutting-edge technology, advanced analytics, and the expertise of top scientists and engineers to foster meaningful global change. Discover your potential—grow your career and leave a lasting legacy with us.

Key Responsibilities

The Hydrology team handles all Water Environmental development issues, supporting planning applications for housing developments, drainage design, flood risk, Nutrient Neutrality, and WFD. We also support DCO projects across sectors like road, rail, energy, and water companies. We are the go-to problem solvers for water-related challenges, ideal for those interested in this field.

Essential Skills

• Experience in Flood Risk Assessment, Drainage Design, and planning applications.

Desirable Skills

• Flow modelling from conceptual to detailed design using recognized UK packages.
• Consultations with LPAs, LLFAs, Water Companies, and Regulators.
• Site walkovers and technical duties.
• Supporting Flood Risk Assessments and ES Chapters.
• Assisting in bid preparation and business development.
• Client and regulatory meetings participation.
• Knowledge of drainage design trends and techniques.
• Mentoring junior staff and enhancing team capabilities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar software.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should have around 5-10+ years of experience, preferably be chartered with ICE or CIWEM (CEng or CSci). Interest in project delivery, team management, and client liaison is essential.

What We Offer

We are an accredited provider of professional training up to master's level, supporting leadership, management, and coaching development. We promote innovation, collaboration, and meaningful careers, fostering a diverse, respectful community that values wellbeing.

Why Choose RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

In 2023, RPS joined Tetra Tech, expanding our global reach. We design and manage projects in urbanisation, resources, and sustainability, leveraging expertise across 550 offices in over 120 countries. Our solutions create lasting value in an increasingly urban and resource-scarce world. We support our employees' growth with flexible, hybrid working options and a collaborative environment.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech leads in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services worldwide. With 30,000+ employees, we address complex water cycle issues, environmental restoration, infrastructure resilience, and the clean energy transition.

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