Senior Flood Risk Civil Engineer- Reading

Penguin Recruitment; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Flood Risk Civil Engineer in Reading. The role involves working on diverse Flood Risk and River Restoration Projects in collaboration with local authorities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in Civil or Environmental Engineering and relevant consultancy experience. This position also offers hybrid working arrangements and ample career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Substantial benefits

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong BSc and MSc in Civil or Environmental Engineering required.
• Experience in UK-based Consultancy on Flood Risk Management Projects.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage River Restoration and Natural Flood Risk Management projects.
• Conduct Hydraulic Modelling and design Flood Alleviation Schemes.
• Perform site visits as required by Asset Management Team.

Skills

Hydraulic Modelling

Flood Risk Management

River Restoration

AutoCAD

Education

BSc in Civil Engineering

MSc in Environmental Engineering

Job description

My Client, a market-leading multidisciplinary Engineering Consultancy specializing in Flood Risk, Hydrology, and Natural Flood Management, is searching for a Senior Flood Risk Civil Engineer to join their team based in Reading. Alternative locations including London are available.

This exciting role offers the opportunity to work with a friendly team of Engineers and Hydrologists on Flood Risk, Flood Defence, and River Restoration Projects for local Authorities and Government Bodies.

Key Responsibilities:

• River Restoration design and Natural Flood Risk Management
• Hydraulic Modelling
• Flood Alleviation Schemes and Flood Gate Design
• Design and repair of Weirs, Walls, and Embankments
• Design of River Works and Hydraulic Structures, including Watercourse Diversions, Reinforced Concrete Design, and Repairs
• Site visits as required by the Asset Management Team

This role offers a competitive salary, substantial benefits, company perks, and career progression opportunities.

Applicants must have a strong BSc and MSc in Civil or Environmental Engineering, with experience working for a UK-based Consultancy on Flood Risk Management Projects, Flood Alleviation Schemes, and design of Embankments, Weirs, and River Restoration Schemes using AutoCAD.

The position can be based in various UK locations with hybrid working arrangements.