At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team to develop hydraulic models and prepare Flood Risk Assessments for exciting projects.
- Company: Leading independent environmental consultancy focused on sustainability and innovative solutions.
- Benefits: Enhanced pension, private medical insurance, and competitive annual leave that grows with service.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for training and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in environmental consultancy while developing your career in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: 4+ years in hydraulic modelling, knowledge of flood policy, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 50000 £ per year.
- Company: Hardgate Consulting
- Type: Full Time
- Region: UK - Yorkshire & Humberside
- Town/City: Leeds
- Listed in: Administration & Secretarial
- Reference: Model
- APPLY Job Description
- Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling
- Senior Consultant
- Locations: Leeds or London
Our client is a leading independent environmental consultancy, underpinned by a growing team of experts in environmental policy, strategy, design, and assessment.
They are seeking a Senior Consultant to join the team, with at least 4+ years’ experience undertaking hydraulic modelling and preparing Flood Risk Assessments (FRA).
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward‑thinking solution focused environmental consultancy with sustainability at its heart.
Our new team member will assist in preparing hydraulic models (both fluvial and pluvial) to support FRAs for developments within the property, renewable energy, and aviation sectors.
Projects will include early strategy development, through to feasibility, outline design, planning submission, and discharge of conditions.
You will have the opportunity to work within various consenting regimes, including Development Consent Orders and Town and Country Planning.
You will be expected to liaise within the Water Team (and externally), to clearly communicate opportunities and constraints, be able to evaluate flood mitigation options within masterplans, and prepare reports.
Support and assistance will be provided by the wider Water Team.
- Key Skills
- Good knowledge of the planning system, in particular flood related policy and guidance such as the NPPF.
- Experienced in using Flood Modeller Pro and TUFLOW software packages.
- Knowledge of hydrology, undertaking hydrological assessments for both fluvial and direct rainfall models.
- Ability to recognise and communicate flood risk related constraints and opportunities at development sites.
- Ability to develop and troubleshoot hydraulic models, interpret modelling results, and disseminate findings to clients.
- Ability to use GIS and Auto CAD.
- Experience and knowledge of liaising with the EA, fully understanding their model review process and modelling requirements.
- Awareness of project management and good communication skills (both internally and externally).
- Ability to write clear and concise reports.
- Some experience producing FRAs.
Knowledge of preparing FRAs would be beneficial, and/or a desire to expand knowledge within this area.
Training and support would be provided, to include elements such as drainage and Su DS.
What we offer
- An enhanced pension scheme.
- Private medical insurance.
- Competitive annual leave entitlement which grows with length of service.
- Additional annual leave purchase scheme.
- Plus much more.
We are a growing company that wants to do things differently, with an exciting future that will help you shape and realise your ambitions.
You will have a great opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team and be able to develop your career as the company grows.
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Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling - Senior Consultant in Leeds employer: The Construction Index Ltd
The Construction Index Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide extensive professional development opportunities and flexible working arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance. Join us to lead impactful infrastructure projects while enjoying competitive benefits and being part of a supportive team dedicated to excellence in planning and environmental management.
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The Construction Index Ltd Recruitment Team
