My client, an innovative, world-leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy, is currently searching for a Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant to join their growing team of specialist consultants in the industrial, culturally-rich city of Manchester.
Essential Criteria:
Hold a Higher Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental Management, Geography, Civil Engineering (or similar, relevant background)
Extensive commercial experience of producing Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs)
Demonstrable experience of flood risk modelling, and delivering Water Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), within a consultancy-based role
Outstanding working knowledge of developing Drainage Strategies and drainage design
Demonstrate an acute awareness of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and the Approving Body (SAB) in Wales
Excellent working knowledge of a range of design softwares, including AutoCAD, Causeway Flow, MicroDrainage, InfoWorks, and others
Familiarity with the appropriate Geographical Information Systems (GIS), including ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo, etc.
Excellent working knowledge of the relevant Section Agreements (namely S104, S106, etc.)
It would also be beneficial for applicants for the role of Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant to possess the following:
Prior experience of providing management support to a range of projects
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
An analytical mindset and strong technical skills
Chartered Status (or actively working toward attaining this)
In your varied new role of Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant, you will join a growing team of experts in the field, with a view to developing and refining your knowledge and skills as you progress through your career. The role will involve a number of exciting responsibilities, including:
Assisting with, and managing the production of, Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Flood Consequence Assessments (FCAs) across a range of projects
Overseeing the design of a number of complex Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and Drainage Strategies
Submitting successful proposals to SAB within the relevant Local Authorities in Wales
Overseeing Flood Investigations, particularly in respect to Section 19
Managing the preparation of feasibility studies and supporting drawings
Providing the required leadership and mentorship to your colleagues within the wider team
Leading projects from initial conception through to successful delivery
Adhering to tight deadlines and budgets, and working closely with your team to ensure work is continually produced to the highest of standards
Establishing and managing a range of stakeholder and client relations
As a Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant based in Manchester, you will have access to an array of company benefits, including:
A highly-competitive basic salary and access to a company pension scheme
Generous annual leave allowance and an excellent work-life balance
Membership to a company health and wellbeing programme that looks after your physical and mental health
Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working
Access to a close-knit team of colleagues, with the opportunity to make a difference globally
Training and mentorship, leading to extensive career progression opportunities
If you are interested in the role of Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant, apply now! Please do not hesitate to contact me directly by emailing (url removed), or by calling (phone number removed).
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