At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead flood risk assessments and mentor junior team members on innovative projects.
- Company: Join a leading engineering consultancy with a focus on collaboration and sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Supportive and inclusive culture with access to professional development programmes.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile projects across diverse sectors.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in flood risk management and strong hydraulic modelling skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Your new company is a leading engineering and environmental consultancy seeking an experienced Flood Risk Consultant to join their growing Water Management team. This organisation works across a diverse portfolio of sectors including Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities & Development, Education, Rail, and Water, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to complex challenges. With a strong focus on collaboration, flexibility, and professional development, the company offers a supportive and inclusive environment where employees are empowered to progress their careers.
Your new role involves being a Senior or Principal Flood Risk Consultant, playing a key role in delivering high-quality flood risk projects while leading and mentoring junior team members. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients across the UK, taking ownership of technical delivery and contributing to project success.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading flood risk assessments and hydraulic modelling projects
- Undertaking data analysis, hydrology, GIS and technical reporting
- Managing and mentoring junior staff and reviewing their work
- Developing and testing flood mitigation solutions
- Supporting project management activities, including programme and financial control
- Collaborating with environmental scientists, engineers, and planners
- Supporting business development, including tendering and client engagement
What you'll need to succeed:
- Proven experience delivering flood risk management projects
- Strong hydraulic modelling experience (1D-2D modelling such as Infoworks ICM, Flood Modeller, TUFLOW/ESTRY)
- Experience with GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, or MapInfo)
- Knowledge of UK hydrology, including FEH methods (desirable)
- Ability to lead technical work and mentor junior colleagues
- Strong project delivery experience, meeting client requirements
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and workloads effectively
- A proactive, motivated and detail-oriented approach
What you'll get in return:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Opportunities for career progression and technical development
- Access to training and professional development programmes
- Supportive, inclusive and collaborative working culture
- The opportunity to work on high-profile projects across multiple sectors
If you're interested in this Principal Flood Risk Management Consultant role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Principal Consultant-Flood Risk Management in Belfast employer: HAYS Specialist Recruitment
As a leading engineering and environmental consultancy, this company is an excellent employer for those seeking to make a meaningful impact in flood risk management. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, flexibility, and professional development, employees benefit from a supportive and inclusive culture that fosters career progression and offers opportunities to work on high-profile projects across diverse sectors. The flexible working arrangements and comprehensive benefits package further enhance the appeal of joining this dynamic team.
Contact Details:
HAYS Specialist Recruitment Recruitment Team
