Senior Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant. This role involves producing and overseeing Flood Risk Assessments, designing Sustainable Drainage Systems, and managing projects from conception to delivery. Candidates should have relevant degrees and demonstrable experience. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Membership to health and wellbeing programmes

Training and mentorship opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of producing Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs).
• Knowledge of developing Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).
• Experience of developing Water Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).

Responsibilities

• Completing and overseeing Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs).
• Designing Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).
• Overseeing Flood Investigations in respect of Section 19.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs)

Drainage Strategies

Communication skills

Technical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Environmental Management, Geography, Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS)

Causeway Flow

MicroDrainage

InfoWorks

Job description

Job Description

My client, an innovative, world-leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy, is currently searching for a Senior Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant to join their growing team of specialist consultants in the lively, maritime city of Liverpool.

Essential Criteria:

• Hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental Management, Geography, Civil Engineering, or other relevant background
• Demonstrable experience of producing Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs)
• Experience of developing Water Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and/or flood risk modelling, within a consultancy-based role
• Knowledge of developing Drainage Strategies and drainage design, including an awareness of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and the Approving Body (SAB) in Wales
• Good working knowledge of a range of design software, including AutoCAD, Causeway Flow, MicroDrainage, InfoWorks, and others
• An awareness of the appropriate Geographical Information Systems (GIS), including ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo, etc.
• Excellent working knowledge of the relevant Section Agreements (namely S104, S106, etc.)

It would also be beneficial for applicants to possess:

• Some prior experience of providing project management support
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• An analytical mindset and strong technical skills
• Chartered Status, or actively working toward attaining this

Role Responsibilities:

• Completing and overseeing Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Flood Consequence Assessments (FCAs) across various projects
• Designing complex Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and Drainage Strategies
• Submitting successful proposals to SAB within relevant Local Authorities in Wales
• Overseeing Flood Investigations in respect of Section 19
• Managing the preparation of feasibility studies and supporting drawings
• Providing leadership and mentorship within the team
• Leading projects from conception to delivery
• Adhering to deadlines and budgets, maintaining high standards of work
• Establishing and managing stakeholder relations

Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary and pension scheme
• Generous annual leave and work-life balance
• Membership to health and wellbeing programmes
• Flexible working options, including hybrid work
• Collaborative team environment with global impact
• Training, mentorship, and career progression opportunities

If interested, apply now or contact us directly via email or phone. Please visit our website for more information.