Overview
Flood & Coast Services Delivery Director: Local Authorities & Hydraulic Modelling
Hybrid Working: Birmingham, Bradford-on-Avon, Bristol, Manchester or Redhill
At Binnies, part of the RSK Group, we foster a culture of empowerment, inclusivity, and wellbeing. With over a century of heritage in the global water and environment sector, we offer industry-leading flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment where diverse talent thrives. If you're passionate about making a difference in flood risk management, safeguarding water and environmental resources and creating infrastructure resilience, this is the place for you.
About the Role
We are seeking a strategic and delivery-focused Delivery Director to lead and expand our portfolio of services for local authorities and Risk Management Authorities and develop our hydraulic modelling services for a range of existing clients. The role will report into our Director of Delivery for Flood and Coastal Services.
This senior leadership role will drive performance across a portfolio of flood and coastal erosion risk management (FCERM) projects, with responsibilities spanning:
* Oversight of FCERM projects for local authorities and Risk Management Authorities including water companies
* Strategic growth of hydraulic modelling services
* Leadership of multidisciplinary teams and frameworks
* Technical direction and service excellence
* Leadership of flood risk opportunities for regulated water clients
Responsibilities
* Serve as Project Director for local authority projects, ensuring delivery to financial and quality targets
* Lead and grow our hydraulic modelling capabilities, supporting surface water and flood risk management initiatives
* Develop and lead proposals and business plans for local authority clients and hydraulic modelling services
* Act as Technical Authority for Surface Water Management Plans, Local Flood Risk Management Strategies, and Business Case development across a range of Risk Management Authorities including water companies
* Provide expert consultancy and operational support to LLFAs, including statutory planning, land drainage consents, and flood investigations
* Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders including the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, and developers
* Manage contract performance across multiple frameworks, ensuring strategic alignment and resource optimisation
* Inspire and mentor teams to deliver excellence in local flood risk management and hydraulic modelling
Candidate Profile
* Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, or related discipline
* Chartered (ideally Fellow) member of CIWEM, ICE, or similar professional body
* Proven experience working with or within LLFAs and/or regulated water companies
* Strong background in flood risk management, hydraulic modelling, and FCERM project delivery
* Skilled in contract and project management, stakeholder engagement, and commercial delivery
* Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
* Demonstrated success in quality assurance and technical oversight
About Binnies
We deliver intelligent, sustainable infrastructure solutions that leave lasting environmental and social legacies. Our integrated planning and design approach supports resilient water systems, flood alleviation, and environmental services. As part of the RSK Group, we are backed by a global network of over 7,000 specialists across 120 businesses, committed to improving lives and communities through smarter project delivery.
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