Principal Flood Risk Consultant

Job Opportunity: Principal Flood Risk Specialist

My client, a market-leading and innovative consultancy based in the heart of Manchester, is seeking a Principal to manage and support a small team of flood risk specialists. Hybrid working arrangements are available.

Applicants must have a strong academic background in a relevant discipline and have achieved or be close to achieving Chartered status. Extensive experience working for a UK-based consultancy specializing in flood risk, hydrology, drainage, or civil engineering is essential.

This role requires drive and determination to develop new business opportunities with both new and existing clients across the North West. Experience in project management, promoting company services, and mentoring team members is also necessary.

The position offers the opportunity to lead a new team based in Leeds. Responsibilities include managing projects, mentoring and training team members, and reviewing technical work related to flood risk, SuDS, drainage, natural flood management, climate change, flood alleviation, and wetland restoration schemes across the UK.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Expanding and managing a new team
2. Overseeing projects in flood alleviation, wetland restoration, natural flood risk management, pollution incidents, nutrient neutrality, drainage strategies, and designs
3. Contributing to bid proposals and business development

This role offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible working options, training courses, and career development opportunities.

If interested or if you are seeking other roles related to Hydrology or Flood Risk Assessment, please contact Jordanna Morris at or , or email . More vacancies are available on our website at . This is a permanent position.

Penguin Recruitment operates as a Recruitment Agency regarding this position.