Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant

Job Description

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 lively, maritime city of Liverpool.\n\nEssential Criteria:\n\nHold a Higher Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental Management, Geography, Civil Engineering (or similar, relevant background)\nExtensive commercial experience of producing Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs)\nDemonstrable experience of delivering Water Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and flood risk modelling, within a consultancy-based role\nOutstanding working knowledge of developing Drainage Strategies and drainage design\nAn acute awareness of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and the Approving Body (SAB) in Wales\nExcellent working knowledge of a range of design-based softwares, including AutoCAD, Causeway Flow, MicroDrainage, InfoWorks, and other relevant software packages\nFamiliarity with the appropriate Geographical Information Systems (GIS), including ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo, etc.\nExcellent working knowledge of the relevant Section Agreements (namely S104, S106, etc.) \n\nIt would also be beneficial for applicants for the role of Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant to possess the following:\n\nPrior experience of providing management support to a range of projects\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\nAn analytical mindset and strong technical skills\nChartered Status (or actively working toward attaining this) \n\nIn your varied new role of Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant, you will join a growing team of consultancy-based experts, 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:\n\nAssisting with, and managing the production of, Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Flood Consequence Assessments (FCAs) across a range of projects\nOverseeing the design of a number of complex Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and Drainage Strategies\nSubmitting successful proposals to SAB within the relevant Local Authorities in Wales\nOverseeing Flood Investigations, particularly in respect to Section 19\nManaging the preparation of feasibility studies and supporting drawings\nProviding the required leadership and mentorship to your colleagues within the wider team\nLeading projects from initial conception through to successful delivery\nAdhering to tight deadlines and budgets, and working closely with your team to ensure work is continually produced to the highest of standards\nEstablishing and managing a range of stakeholder and client relations \n\nAs a Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant based in Liverpool, you will have access to a wide array of company benefits, including (but not limited to):\n\nA highly-competitive basic salary and access to a company pension scheme\nGenerous annual leave allowance and an excellent work-life balance\nMembership to a company health and wellbeing programme that looks after your physical and mental health\nFlexible working opportunities, including hybrid working\nAccess to a close-knit team of colleagues, with the opportunity to make a difference globally\nTraining and mentorship, leading to extensive career progression opportunities \n\nIf 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).\n\nPlease also visit our website