Overview
Graduate Flood Risk Management Consultant (Manchester) at Jacobs, Manchester, United Kingdom.
What you will do
* Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering projects for clients such as the Environment Agency, SEPA, water companies and major infrastructure providers.
* Contribute to a varied workload, including helping a water company identify how it can meet environmental flow targets, designing river restoration schemes, and using modelling software to map flood risk and assess protection for homes.
* Receive exposure to a wide range of projects and develop in the areas that interest you, with support from your team to grow and progress.
* The programme is designed to be a launchpad for your career, providing tools, experiences and support to work on meaningful projects and collaborate with industry leaders.
About the opportunity
Our Water and Environment Business Unit focuses on River Engineering and Flood Risk Management solutions, including flood defence structures, weirs, gates, sluices, flood storage reservoirs, natural flood management, habitat creation, hydrometric gauging facilities and fish passes. The Water Catchment Management team comprises 400+ staff in the UK and Europe, with reach into the Middle East, Australasia and America. The team delivers sustainable environmental solutions through integrated catchment management.
What you will need
* Be working towards a Degree or Masters level qualification in Civil Engineering or Environmental Sciences (or similar).
* A flexible self-starter who is keen to drive your career forward.
* Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things.
* You must have the permanent right to work in the UK.
Selection Process
* Step 1 Apply Online
* Step 2 Solo Video Assessment
* Step 3 Interview
What Else We Provide
* A flexible workstyle, embracing a hybrid working pattern and supporting those who need to balance work/life commitments.
* Free single medical cover and digital GP service
* Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
* An inclusive and diverse work environment supporting Jacobs Employee Networks
* Focus on safety, health and wellbeing with a culture of caring and positive mental health champion network
* Opportunities to give back to communities through our Collectively program, including matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations
Joining Jacobs means being part of a global company that values safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We support flexible working arrangements and provide benefits, well-being programs, volunteering opportunities and more. Jacobs is committed to inclusion and belonging, with initiatives such as Jacobs Employee Networks and Communities of Practice.
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