At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead beach management plans and coordinate activities with delivery partners.
- Company: Join a dynamic coastal and flood engineering team at Coastal Partners.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on coastal resilience and community safety.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering or related field; leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We have an exciting new opportunity to join a busy multi‑disciplinary coastal and flood engineering team, managing flood and erosion risk on the south coast. Coastal Partners provides a Coastal Risk Management Service to Havant Borough Council, Portsmouth City Council, Gosport Borough Council, Fareham Borough Council and Chichester District Council, improving community resilience and enhancing the natural environment in response to the risks from flooding and coastal erosion. This area includes three major harbours of significant environmental importance and over 246 km of coastline.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of beach management plans as a Team Leader/Subject Matter Expert on the Client Delivery Team.
- Coordinating and overseeing all beach management activities with delivery partners and across the capital projects portfolio.
- Preparing and submitting funding applications and ensuring compliance with environmental constraints.
- Managing grant funding and multi‑year budgets, and reporting progress to stakeholders.
- Applying NEC4 contract frameworks for capital and revenue projects and providing supervision to junior team members.
- Driving communication and engagement plans, procurement strategies, contract management and consistent project management processes.
- Monitoring coastal surveys and processes to adapt beach management activities.
Qualifications Required:
- A degree in Civil Engineering, Water and Coastal Management or a related discipline.
- Experience in leading and developing small teams.
- Experience applying for grant funding and managing multi‑year budgets.
- Experience with NEC4 contracts is desirable.
Benefits
- A competitive salary
- Support for your continuous professional development
- Generous Leave Allowance
- Free Parking
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible/Hybrid working to support your work‑life balance
- Family Friendly Packages
- A comprehensive benefits package (find out more on our website)
EEO Statements
We want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities, therefore we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. The council is an inclusive employer and appoints on merit. We are a Disability Confident Employer and have a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Veterans. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff members to share this commitment. Havant Borough Council is a Category 1 Responder under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. All employees of the Authority will be expected to support any necessary actions required during an emergency response.
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Coastal Partners is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can lead impactful beach management initiatives along the stunning south coast. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package, we foster a culture of inclusivity and support for all team members. Join us in making a difference in community resilience and environmental enhancement while enjoying a fulfilling career with ample growth opportunities.
