Principal Flood Risk Consultant

Principal Flood Risk Consultant

Reading

£50,000 - £60,000

A specialist Flood Risk and Drainage Consultancy is looking to appoint a Principal Consultant to join its growing team in Reading.

This is a senior position for an experienced Flood Risk professional looking to take on greater responsibility across technical delivery, project management and client relationships.

The role will include:

Leading the delivery of Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategies and flood risk appraisals
Undertaking and reviewing flood risk modelling and technical assessments
Developing Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) strategies
Managing projects from inception through to completion, including budgets and programmes
Providing technical guidance and reviewing the work of junior team members
Liaising with clients, Local Authorities, the Environment Agency and other stakeholders
Developing and maintaining client relationships
Supporting the continued growth and development of the Flood Risk teamThe ideal candidate will have a strong background in flood risk and drainage, with experience delivering projects within a consultancy environment. You will be confident managing projects independently, communicating with clients and providing technical direction to more junior members of the team.

Experience with TUFLOW, Flood Modeller, InfoDrainage/MicroDrainage and GIS would be beneficial.

This is a good opportunity for an experienced Senior or Principal Flood Risk Consultant to take on a senior position within a growing consultancy, with a strong balance of technical, project management and client-facing work.

The role offers:

Competitive salary and benefits
Hybrid working
Reading-based office
Varied flood risk and drainage projects
Strong client exposure
Greater responsibility and autonomy
Long-term career progression

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