Flood Risk Management Consultant (up to Associate)

Job Title:
Flood Risk Management Consultant / Senior / Principal / Associate (multiple levels)

Salary:
£40,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience and grade)

Location:
UK-wide (including Bristol, Epsom, Swansea, Peterborough, Manchester, Glasgow)

Type:
Permanent | Hybrid working available

About the Role:
Join a leading Water Management Consultancy team working across major UK infrastructure and development projects. This is a technically focused role within flood risk management, offering the opportunity to work on high-profile national programmes while developing leadership, client-facing, and business development responsibilities as you progress.

You will work across a variety of sectors including water, energy, transport, defence, cities and development, contributing to meaningful projects that address climate resilience and flood risk challenges.

About our client:
Our client is a multidisciplinary consultancy delivering major infrastructure and environmental projects across the UK and internationally. They are an inclusive, flexible employer with a strong focus on technical excellence, collaboration, and career development. Their Water Management Consultancy team is growing rapidly to meet increasing demand in flood risk and hydraulic modelling.

Key Responsibilities:
Undertake and lead technical flood risk work including:
Hydraulic modelling (1D-2D)
Hydrology assessments (including FEH where applicable)
GIS analysis
Technical reporting and flood risk assessments
Check, review and ensure quality assurance of technical outputs
Support and/or lead development of flood mitigation concepts and solutions
Manage or contribute to project delivery including scope, programme, and financial control (level dependent)
Supervise, mentor, and develop junior staff (Senior level and above)
Collaborate with engineers, environmental scientists and planners
Engage with clients and stakeholders
Support business development including bids, tenders and work-winning activities
Progress multiple projects concurrently and manage workload effectively
What our client is looking for:
Degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering or related discipline
Experience in flood risk management and hydraulic modelling
Strong working knowledge of tools such as:
Flood Modeller
TUFLOW / ESTRY
InfoWorks ICM
ArcGIS / QGIS / MapInfo
Experience in hydrology and flood risk assessments (FEH desirable for senior levels)
Ability to work independently (consultant level) and/or lead teams (senior +)
Strong communication and report writing skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Collaborative, adaptable and detail-focused approach
Leadership experience expected at Principal and Associate levels
Chartered status (CIWEM / ICE) required for Associate level
What our client offers:
Flexible and hybrid working policies
Opportunity to work on major UK infrastructure projects
Inclusive and supportive team culture
Strong focus on career development and progression
Technical training and mentoring opportunities
Exposure to international project work (where applicable)
Competitive salary and benefits package
Eligibility:
Right to work in the UK required
Sponsorship may be considered for higher-grade niche candidates
Security clearance may be required for certain projects
Opportunity for Growth:
This team is addressing a "missing generation" gap in flood risk expertise, creating strong progression opportunities from Consultant through to Associate level. You will gain exposure to high-profile national programmes and have clear scope to develop into technical leadership, project management, or client-facing work-winning roles.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status