Flood Risk Consultant

Our client is a leading UK-based independent environmental consultancy, supported by a growing team of experts in environmental policy, strategy, design, and assessment.

With offices across multiple locations, our client provides specialist expertise in various environmental fields, including air quality, noise, and environmental policy. Over the past 30+ years, they have experienced sustained growth while delivering high-quality services, securing repeat business from satisfied clients.

Our client prides itself on:

• Offering a comprehensive range of services to meet client needs

• Employing the best professionals to provide high-quality advice

• Delivering a personal and responsive service

• Providing innovative, cross-disciplinary solutions

• Ensuring efficiency and value for money

With a proven track record of success, our client has contributed to UK Government expert groups, European Commission working groups, and provided expert evidence at public inquiries, supporting clients in securing planning consent for numerous projects.

The Role

Our client is seeking a Flood Risk and Drainage Graduate Consultant/Consultant with relevant qualifications to join their team. Ideally, candidates will have 2+ years' experience preparing Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Drainage Strategies. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, solutions-focused environmental consultancy with sustainability at its core.

Key Skills

• Ability to identify and communicate flood and drainage-related constraints and opportunities at development sites.

• Experience producing FRAs and drainage strategies.

• Proficiency in InfoDrainage (or similar drainage modelling software).

• Experience using AutoCAD and GIS.

• Good knowledge of the planning system, particularly flood-related policies and guidance such as the NPPF and SuDS Manual.

• Awareness of project management principles and strong communication skills.

• Ability to write clear and concise reports.

Experience with Tuflow, Flood Modeller, FEH, or river restoration would be advantageous but is not essential. All applicants will be considered equally.

What We Offer

Our client is a growing organisation that strives to do things differently, offering an exciting future where you can shape and achieve your career ambitions. You will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented and dedicated team while developing your professional skills as the company expands.

Employee wellbeing is a key priority, and our client provides various programmes and policies to support individuals. These include:

• Flexible working options

• Access to trained mental health first aiders

• Support through an Employee Assistance Programme

In addition to a competitive salary, our client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Enhanced pension scheme

• Death-in-service life cover

• Discretionary bonus scheme

• And more

Equal Opportunities

Our client is committed to equal opportunities and ensuring no applicant receives less favourable treatment based on age, disability, gender, reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Company Values

Our client is guided by three core values—Community, Collaboration, and Professionalism & Integrity—which reflect their commitment to a positive company culture and a shared approach to delivering exceptional work.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application via our client’s website. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the recruitment team.

We look forward to hearing from you!