Flood Risk Consultant
Location: Manchester
Salary: GBP32,000 – GBP35,000
This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy known for its expertise in ground investigation, project planning, and environmental engineering. The role will involve a challenging array of projects within the flood risk sector, based in the culturally rich city of Manchester.
Benefits
 * Highly competitive salary
 * Generous annual leave entitlement, rising with length of service
 * Hybrid/flexible working opportunities
 * Employee Assistant Programme
 * Regular social events and team‑building activities
 * Cycle‑to‑Work Scheme
 * Electric Vehicle (EV) Scheme
Responsibilities
 * Producing Flood Risk Assessments for planning applications
 * Creating conceptual drainage strategies, including Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)
 * Liaising with clients and stakeholders throughout project durations
 * Overseeing a diverse range of projects across sectors
 * Contributing to Geo‑Environmental Investigation Reports
Required skills and experience
 * Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
 * Demonstrable experience in a design role within a UK‑based consultancy setting
 * Extensive experience producing Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and drainage strategies
 * Proficiency with relevant software, including Causeway Flow, InfoDrainage, AutoCAD, GIS, etc.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
 * Ability to work independently as well as part of a high‑performing team
 * Strong ability to meet deadlines and maintain high standards under pressure
 * Experience liaising with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders
 * Actively working towards Chartered Status
 * Full, valid UK driving licence
Desirable skills and experience
 * Outstanding literacy and numeracy skills, particularly for report writing
If you are interested in the role, please do not hesitate to contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.
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