Principal / Associate Flood & Coastal Consultant[936709]

TN United Kingdom; Noordwes; On-site; GBP 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Principal/Associate Flood & Coastal Consultant to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, including flood risk assessments and coastal management strategies, for a variety of clients. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in a relevant field and have experience in project management and stakeholder engagement. Join a company that prioritizes employee well-being and fosters a culture of inclusivity and growth. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of flood and coastal consultancy while enjoying flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid working options

Employee well-being programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in flood and coastal data analysis and risk assessment reports.
• Experience with project management and delivering within budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Flood Risk Assessments and Surface Water Management Plans.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff while managing small project teams.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessments

Project Management

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Geography

Degree in Water & Environmental Management

Job description

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Principal / Associate Flood & Coastal Consultant[936709], North West, UK

Client:

Binnies

Location:

North West, UK, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Consulting

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

11231d077b4d

Job Views:

6

Posted:

01.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.06.2025

Job Description:

Would you like to work in a business where you feel empowered to grow? Where there is no place for criticism or discrimination? A place where people are mindful and respectful? If so, then Binnies is the place for you.

We have a strong ‘ENGAGED’ culture that runs through everything we do. Evolved over 100 years, we have a culture of caring, where our employees' wellbeing and work-life balance are priorities, with industry-leading flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive working environment, supporting a diverse workforce to grow and develop.

The successful applicant will go from being great alone to truly amazing with Binnies.

The Vacancy

You will have the opportunity to work on interesting and varied flood, coastal, and maritime projects for clients including Local Authorities across the North of England and Wales, Water Companies, the Environment Agency, and Natural Resources Wales.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team in our Chester office, developing our flood, coastal, and maritime business across the North of England and further afield. This role is ideal for a Chartered candidate with demonstrable experience in the flood and coastal sector.

Our work includes feasibility studies, business case preparation, designing cost-efficient schemes using digital technologies, providing construction supervision, and advising on asset management.

About the Role

Supports clients in managing water and coastal environments sustainably and innovatively.

Coordinates, quality assures, and leads the delivery of Flood Risk Assessments, Surface Water Management Plans, Local Flood Risk Management Strategies, and Business Cases.

Leads on developing and implementing business plans to grow our Flood, Coastal, and Maritime (FCM) sector.

Supervises and mentors junior staff, managing small project teams.

Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Water & Environmental Management, or related fields.

For geography/science backgrounds: experience in flood and coastal data analysis, risk assessment reports, business cases, and strategies.

For engineering backgrounds: experience in feasibility assessments, design packages, engineering calculations, specifications, drawings, and engineering reports. Oversight of site supervision is also required.

Experience with Lead Local Flood Authorities, project management, and delivering within budgets and timelines.

Commercial awareness, including tendering and contract management.

Excellent communication skills to explain technical information clearly.

Supervisory experience and stakeholder engagement, including with local communities.

Experience with quality assurance processes.