Flood Risk Consultant

Flood Risk Consultant

Location: Bristol
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + benefits
Type: Permanent

A growing environmental consultancy is looking for a Flood Risk Consultant to join their Bristol team. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in flood risk and drainage to work across a range of development and infrastructure projects.

The Role

You will be involved in delivering flood risk and drainage projects from initial assessment through to technical reporting and client delivery. Responsibilities will include:

Preparing Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies
Undertaking flood risk and catchment assessments
Surface water management and SuDS design
Supporting hydraulic modelling and flood mapping
Reviewing development proposals and identifying flood constraints
Preparing technical reports for planning applications
Liaising with clients, local authorities and other consultants
Supporting projects from feasibility through to detailed design

About You

Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Hydrology, Environmental Science or a related subject
Previous experience in flood risk, drainage or water consultancy
Experience producing Flood Risk Assessments and/or drainage strategies
Knowledge of UK flood risk legislation, policy and guidance
Experience with hydraulic modelling software such as Flood Modeller, TUFLOW or HEC-RAS would be beneficial
Strong technical writing and communication skills
Full UK driving licence desirableThis is an excellent opportunity for a Flood Risk Consultant looking to develop their technical experience and progress their career within a growing consultancy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed