Our client is currently seeking a Senior Flood Risk Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This role can be based in London, Manchester, Kent, or Bristol, with a flexible working arrangement of up to one day a week in the office for highly capable individuals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing the design process from inception to construction of flood alleviation and surface water management projects
- Producing and checking Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies
- Day-to-day project management of a small team of modellers using Flood Modeller-TUFLOW and InfoWorks ICM
- Client liaison and management, including producing fee proposals and verifying work
- Mentoring and developing junior engineers and modellers
- Designing foul and surface water systems using WinDES/InfoDrain or FLOW software
Job Requirements:
- Experience in designing flood mitigation works and surface water management systems
- Understanding of drainage strategies for new developments
- Project management and team leadership skills
- Proficiency in Flood Modeller/TUFLOW and InfoWorks ICM software
- Knowledge of GIS software such as MAP-Info and QGIS
- Client-facing experience with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), Flood and Water Management Act (FWMA) 2010, Water Industry Act (WIA) 1991, and S104 Agreements
Education and Qualifications:
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
- Approaching or achieved Chartered Engineer status (CEng MICE or CIWEM)
- Substantial postgraduate experience in flood risk management, hydrological analysis, and drainage design
Preferred Competencies:
- Ability to design and implement flood protection measures
- Experience in surface water management strategies
- Proficiency in project management, including mentor and leadership duties
- Exceptional communication and team collaboration skills
If you are an experienced Flood Risk Engineer looking to work on a variety of challenging projects and develop your career further, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team and make a significant impact in the industry.
