Principal Flood Risk Consultant

Principal Flood Risk Consultant
Location: Flexible UK Locations
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000

Join a leading consultancy as a Principal Flood Risk Consultant and play a pivotal role in shaping flood risk management across diverse sectors.

The Opportunity
As a Principal Flood Risk Consultant, you'll collaborate with clients and design teams, leading flood risk management projects in Aviation, Defense, Energy, Cities & Development, Education, Rail, and Water sectors. You'll be part of a Water Management Consultancy practice, where your expertise in hydraulic modelling, hydrology, and GIS will be highly valued.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical work in flood risk management, focusing on hydraulic modelling, hydrology, and GIS.
- Mentor and guide junior staff, ensuring quality assurance for technical deliverables.
- Develop and test project solutions for flood mitigation.
- Manage and supervise junior resources, supporting project managers and directors.
- Engage in business development activities, including tendering and client engagement.

Candidate Requirements
- Extensive experience in delivering flood risk projects with a focus on hydraulic modelling.
- Proficient in 1D-2D modelling using InfoWorks ICM, TUFLOW, Flood Modeller, and GIS tools.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in developing and leading technical teams.
- Excellent decision-making abilities and organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.

Why Apply?
This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000, along with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements. You'll have the chance to work on impactful projects and advance your career in a supportive environment.

Company Culture
Our client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy that values diversity and inclusion. They offer a flexible work culture, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.

Eligibility to Apply
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

If you are a Principal Flood Risk Consultant looking to take the next step in your career, we would be pleased to hear from you.

If this role feels close but not quite perfect, please do not be put off from applying. I specialise in Civil Engineering, Water and Flood Risk recruitment and may also be able to help with other suitable roles that are not currently advertised.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.