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Flood Risk Consultant
Location: Manchester
Salary: £32,000 - £40,000
About the Opportunity
Due to continued growth and increasing client demand, we are looking for an enthusiastic and talented Flood Risk Consultant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking business with strong long-term growth plans.
In this role, you will prepare Flood Risk Assessments and develop conceptual drainage strategies to support planning applications. You will also have the chance to lead small-scale projects and work closely with our geo-environmental team on multi-disciplinary developments.
We are seeking motivated individuals who enjoy a challenge, want to contribute to a growing team and are keen to progress their careers.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce Flood Risk Assessments for planning submissions.
- Develop SuDS strategies and drainage solutions.
- Coordinate with sub-consultants (e.g., topographical or CCTV survey providers).
- Liaise directly with clients, regulatory bodies, and internal team members.
- Manage small to medium-scale projects.
- Contribute to geo-environmental investigation reports.
Requirements
- Degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
- 2+ years’ experience in a UK consultancy preparing Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies. Candidates with 12 months experience will also be considered.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of AutoCAD, GIS, and Causeway Flow/Infodrainage (or similar software).
- Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work independently while staying aligned with project requirements.
- Willingness to work towards professional chartership (e.g., CIWEM).
- Full UK driving licence.
Benefits
- Hybrid and multi-office working options.
- 24 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
- Additional annual leave awarded for long service.
- Option to buy or sell holiday allowance.
- Award-winning training and development programmes.
- Employee engagement and working groups.
- Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme.
- Paid charity and community involvement days.
- Social events and staff celebrations.
- Bike2Work and electric car schemes.
If you are interested in joining a forward thinking and growing company, then please contact Becky Kerridge on (phone number removed) or simply email with your current CV.
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