Senior Flood Risk Consultant

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering consultancy as a Senior Flood Risk Consultant in London. This role offers the chance to lead diverse projects, mentor junior consultants, and collaborate with clients and regulators. You'll leverage your expertise in hydrological and hydraulic modelling to deliver impactful solutions while contributing to a sustainable future. With a supportive team and opportunities for professional growth, this position is ideal for motivated individuals eager to make a difference in the water environment sector.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday

Health Benefits

Early Finish on Fridays

Flexible Benefits

Day Off for Good Cause

Qualifications

• Strong background in flood risk assessments and hydrological modelling.
• Experience in consultancy or industry as a senior modeler.

Responsibilities

• Manage flood risk projects and client relationships.
• Prepare bids and fee proposals for new projects.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessment

Hydrological Modelling

Hydraulic Modelling

Client Liaison

Project Management

Business Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Water-related Subject

Higher Degree in Water-related Subject

Tools

Flood Modeler Pro

TUFLOW

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Flood Risk Consultant to join our thriving Water Environment team within our London office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established team, lead models on a range of projects locally and nationally, while mentoring and developing other consultants in the business.

The role requires developing relationships with clients and regulators, as well as managing varied and challenging projects.

What will you be responsible for?

1. Working within a growing multi-disciplinary consultancy, operating across a matrix of projects.
2. Work winning, budgetary control of project finances, preparing fee proposals, and developing the Water & Environment Team in this region.
3. Working in a design office environment, participating in design and site meetings, site inspections, and progress reporting.
4. Good communication and liaison with clients, architects, contractors, and regulatory/statutory authorities.
5. Hydrological and hydraulic modelling.
6. Bid preparation and fee proposals.
7. Research and business development of potential new clients.
8. Attending client and regulatory meetings.

You’ll be set up for success if you have:

1. A strong Bachelor’s degree, possibly a higher degree in a water-related subject, combined with well-established consultancy or industry experience as a senior modeler.
2. Substantial experience undertaking flood risk assessments in accordance with NPPF (and/or TAN 15), with a primary focus on hydrological and hydraulic modelling, often in Flood Modeler Pro or TUFLOW.
3. A good understanding of the workings of the Environment Agency (and Natural Resources Wales) and Lead Local Flood Authorities, as well as up-to-date knowledge of current planning policies and procedures.
4. High motivation for this specific opportunity.
5. Self-motivated team player with exceptional people skills.
6. Ability to work independently while coordinating with line manager’s requirements.
7. An understanding of the developer industry would be advantageous.

What’s great about Hydrock, now Stantec

We are an integrated multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy of over 900 staff in 21 offices across the UK. Our driving motivation is to be a ‘Force for Good’, aiming to improve the quality of people’s lives through our work.

Our projects include buildings, roads, bridges, and infrastructure, with a focus on sustainability and creating a green future. We have received numerous industry awards, including Building’s Engineering Consultant of the Year in 2023.

What we can offer you:

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Reward for progression and hard work
• Development of soft and technical skills
• Excellent health benefits, 25 days of holiday (buy/sell up to five days), with additional days for service and bonus holidays
• Early finish on Fridays (4 pm!)
• Day off for good cause
• Flexible benefits, including climate perks and EV car schemes

A place to feel included

We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. We support our employees and ensure a safe environment that nurtures your best performance. We consider all applications equally, regardless of any physical or neurodiverse conditions, and will make appropriate reasonable adjustments upon request.

Next steps

After submitting your application via our careers site, we will review and respond promptly. If shortlisted, a Talent Acquisition Team member will contact you for a pre-screen interview (about 30 minutes). Successful candidates will be invited for a formal interview, either via video conference or in our offices. For updates and news, connect with us on our social channels.