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Senior Flood Risk Consultant/Engineer

My client, a diverse, eco-conscious Multidisciplinary Consultancy is searching for Senior Flood Risk Consultant to join their growing team of engineering and design experts, near the historically-significant, richly cultural town of Rochdale.



Essential Criteria:



A Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Management, Hydrology, or other relevant qualification

Extensive experience of having worked in a design-based role, especially in a consultancy setting

Experience of having produced flood risk and drainage strategies, including Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs)

Working knowledge of the relevant Section Agreements (including S38, S278, etc.)

Competent in the use of Causeway Flow, InfoDrainage, and other, similar software packages

A willingness to learn and develop technical skills through hands-on experienceIt would also be beneficial for applicants for the role of Senior Flood Risk Consultant to have the following:



Experience of team or project leadership

Strong technical skills, and an analytical mindsetAs Senior Flood Risk Consultant, you will be joining an expert team of engineers, working on a diverse range of exciting projects across the region. As you progress through your career, you will take on a range of different responsibilities, including the following:



Contributing to an array of interesting projects, developing flood risk and drainage strategies

Working with the wider team to ensure project goals are delivered to the highest standard, adhering to the given timeframes and budgetary restrictions

Undertaking the relevant technical analysis using software packages

Preparing and issuing accurate technical information regarding projects, including drawings, calculations, and models

Liaising with a range of public and private stakeholders

Contributing to and carrying out site meetings and inspections

Developing, maintaining, and managing client and stakeholder relations

Contributing to projects, adhering to industry standards, designated budgets, and agreed timelinesIn your role of Senior Flood Risk Consultant near Rochdale, you will have access to a number of benefits, including:



Competitive base salary and a company pension

A generous annual leave package

Training and mentorship to help you develop in your role

Extensive career progression opportunitiesIf you are interested in the role of Senior Flood Risk Consultant, please contact me directly by calling (phone number removed), or by emailing . Please also visit our website, (url removed), to view a range of other available vacancies.



This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position

Senior Flood Risk Consultant/Engineer

Rochdale, UK
Full time

Published on 08/18/2025

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