Senior Flood Risk Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Senior Consultant to join their Flood & Climate Risk team. The role involves leading flood risk assessments and drainage strategies while advising clients on water-related risks. You will support innovation in sustainability projects and help shape the future of climate resilience. This position offers flexible working arrangements, progression opportunities, and a positive impact on both people and planet.

Benefits

Private health cover

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave + 2 volunteering days

Clear progression opportunities

Values-led company culture

Qualifications

• 4+ years in flood risk, drainage, or water management consultancy.
• Strong grasp of planning policy and drainage design tools.
• Confidence in project management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategies.
• Advising on water-related risks for property and infrastructure.
• Building strong client relationships and mentoring junior colleagues.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessments

Drainage Strategies

Project Management

GIS

Technical Standards

Tools

MicroDrainage

InfoDrainage

QGIS

Job description

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Location: Hybrid - any UK office (London, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol or Gateshead)

Are you ready to lead on projects that tackle real-world climate and water challenges? At Lucion Delta-Simons, we’re expanding our Flood & Climate Risk team and are looking for a Senior Consultant who’s passionate about flood risk, sustainable drainage, and creating practical solutions that matter.

You’ll work on diverse projects for both public and private sector clients — from major infrastructure schemes to innovative ESG-driven developments. We’ll give you the autonomy to deliver your best work and the support to keep growing.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading and delivering Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies and risk appraisals
• Designing SuDS and providing planning support
• Advising investors on water-related risks for property and infrastructure assets
• Supporting innovation in areas like nutrient neutrality and biodiversity net gain
• Building strong client relationships and mentoring junior colleagues

What You’ll Bring:

• 4+ years in flood risk, drainage, or water management consultancy
• A strong grasp of planning policy, technical standards, and drainage design tools
• Confident project management and clear communication
• GIS (e.g. QGIS) skills and experience with tools like MicroDrainage or InfoDrainage
• Ambition to progress and contribute to team success

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working – flexible location and hours
• Clear progression – support to achieve chartership and grow your role
• Meaningful projects – from solar parks to urban resilience planning
• Great benefits – Private health cover, pension scheme, 25 days annual leave + 2 volunteering days
• Values-led – we’re a certified beyond net zero carbon business focused on people and planet

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your work matters, and your growth is supported.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.