Senior Flood Risk Lead — Own Projects & Clients

Gaia Talent; Leinster; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaia Talent is seeking an experienced Senior Flood Risk Consultant to join its environmental team in Ireland. The role offers ownership of FRAs, interaction with clients and a chance to shape flood risk services across diverse projects.

You will apply extensive flood risk, hydrology and modelling expertise, liaise with planning authorities and contribute to EIARs and environmental assessments, while guiding junior staff and supporting proposals.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years' relevant experience in flood risk, hydrology, drainage, water/environmental engineering or closely related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of Flood Risk Assessments and planning requirements in Ireland.
• Experience with OPW flood data and guidance and with planning authorities.
• Sound understanding of hydrological and hydraulic assessment methods.
• Flood modelling experience or ability to interpret modelling outputs confidently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) for development and infrastructure projects.
• Undertake hydrological assessments and interpret flood risk and catchment data.
• Support and undertake hydraulic and flood modelling as required.
• Assess fluvial, pluvial, coastal and groundwater flood risk depending on project requirements.
• Provide technical input to EIARs, planning applications and environmental assessments.
• Advise clients and multidisciplinary project teams on flood risk constraints, mitigation measures and development considerations.
• Liaise with clients, planning authorities and relevant statutory bodies.
• Review technical information, modelling outputs and third‑party reports.
• Manage project budgets, programmes and deadlines while maintaining high technical standards.
• Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate.
• Contribute to proposals, client relationships and the continued development of the flood risk service.

Skills

Flood risk assessments

Hydrology

Hydraulic modelling

Project management

Client liaison

Technical report writing

Education

Degree in Environmental/Civil Engineering

Hydrology / Water Resources qualification

Job description

Gaia Talent is seeking an experienced Senior Flood Risk Consultant to join its environmental team in Ireland. The role offers ownership of FRAs, interaction with clients and a chance to shape flood risk services across diverse projects.

You will apply extensive flood risk, hydrology and modelling expertise, liaise with planning authorities and contribute to EIARs and environmental assessments, while guiding junior staff and supporting proposals.