At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead flood risk projects, manage teams, and deliver assessments using hydraulic modelling tools.
- Company: Join a growing technical discipline focused on climate resilience and sustainable development.
- Benefits: Enjoy a salary of £60,000 - £75,000 with flexible working and comprehensive benefits.
- Other info: Location is Bristol; applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
- Why this job: Influence major UK projects while shaping a respected Flood Risk team.
- Qualifications: Degree in Geography, Environmental Science, or Civil Engineering; Chartered status required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Flood Risk professional looking to step into a leadership role where you can influence projects, mentor teams and help shape the future direction of a growing technical discipline? This opportunity in Bristol offers exactly that.
The Opportunity
As an Associate Flood Risk Consultant, you will lead projects from inception through to delivery, managing technical teams, client relationships and commercial performance. You will play a key role in developing the Flood Risk team while contributing to major UK projects addressing climate resilience, flood management and sustainable development.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead flood risk, hydraulic modelling and hydrology projects
- Manage project delivery, programmes, budgets and commercial performance
- Develop scopes of work, fee proposals and tender submissions
- Undertake and review hydraulic modelling using InfoWorks ICM, Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, ESTRY or HEC-RAS
- Deliver flood risk assessments, hydrological studies and technical reports
- Lead and mentor junior engineers and consultants
- Manage stakeholder engagement and client relationships
- Support business development and work‑winning activities
- Contribute to the technical development of the wider Flood Risk team
Candidate Requirements
- Degree qualified in Geography, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
- Chartered or Fellow status with CIWEM or ICE
- Significant experience delivering flood risk and hydraulic modelling projects
- Strong understanding of FEH hydrology and UK flood risk guidance
- Experience managing projects, budgets and multidisciplinary teams
- Excellent communication, leadership and client‑facing skills
- Proven ability to mentor and develop technical teams
Why Apply?
This role offers the opportunity to influence major projects while helping to shape and grow a highly respected technical team. The salary for this position is £60,000 - £75,000 alongside flexible working, comprehensive benefits and excellent long‑term career progression.
Company Culture
You’ll join a collaborative and supportive environment where technical excellence, innovation and leadership are recognised and rewarded. The business offers the flexibility, project diversity and professional support needed to build a successful long‑term career.
Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Associate Flood Risk Consultant in Swansea) employer: Penguin Recruitment
This company offers a collaborative environment in Bristol, focusing on innovation and technical excellence. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements and comprehensive support for career progression. Join a team dedicated to addressing climate resilience and flood management challenges.
