Senior / Principal Flood Risk and Drainage

2 weeks ago

Preston, United Kingdom SUB SURFACE Full time

Sub Surface are a nationally recognised leader in Site Investigation, Geotechnical and Environmental Consulting with over 50 years of excellence. With offices strategically located across the North West, North East, Midlands, and South East, we are looking to expand and make a significant impact in the field of Flood Risk and Drainage consultancy.

We’re looking to hire a Senior/Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant who can lead, manage, and nurture a top-tier Flood Risk team within our consultancy. If you're ambitious, hardworking, confident, and have a sharp business acumen, this is your opportunity to shape the future of our Flood Risk and Drainage sector and build a team of exceptional Flood Risk Consultants.

**Why Sub Surface?** We take immense pride in delivering a high level of expertise and dedication to our valued clients. We provide a great platform for career growth and joining our esteemed company means stepping into a world of opportunities.

Our extensive roster of renowned, established clients offers a multitude of interesting projects to get involved with, ranging from iconic sports stadiums to cutting-edge international defence infrastructure.

**What the Role Entails.** As the lead Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant at Sub Surface, you'll be responsible for all things flood risk and drainage related from inception through to completion. Your responsibilities will include:

- **1. Client Engagement**:_ Building long-lasting client relationships by providing expert advice, addressing their concerns, and ensuring their needs are met.
- **2. Fee Proposals**:_ Showcase your commercial ability with detailed fee proposals that not only reflect your expertise but also resonate with clients.
- **3. Flood Risk Assessments**:_Conducting comprehensive flood risk assessments to assess the risk and potential impact of flooding, and provide mitigation measures to ensure a safe development.
- **4. Sequential and Exception Tests**:_ demonstrating that there are no alternative lower risk sites available and how flood risk will be managed on site.
- **5. Outline SuDS Concept Designs and Detailed SuDS Designs**:_ provide innovative drainage solutions to support and discharge planning requirements while embracing sustainability and functionality.
- **6. Hydrological and Hydraulic Modelling**:_ Utilise advanced software tools to model river flows, rainfall patterns, and stormwater management systems to analyse potential flood scenarios.
- **7. Regulatory Compliance**:_ Ensure that flood risk and drainage projects adhere to local and national regulatory standards, including flood risk regulations and environmental policies.
- **8. Quality Assurance**:_ Ensure the accuracy and quality of project deliverables, adhering to industry best practices and standards.
- **9. Continuous Learning**:_ Stay updated with the latest developments in flood risk engineering and flood modelling techniques
- **10. Marketing and Business Development**:_ Drive our consultancy's growth by developing and executing marketing strategies, and fostering new business opportunities to expand our reach and impact.

**Key Qualifications**:

- Relevant hydrological, civil and/or environmental engineering background (BSc, BEng, MSc, MEng) or equivalent
- Have Chartered status or be close to Chartered status. CIWEM or an equivalent accreditation/institution.
- A minimum of six years’ experience as a Flood Risk / Drainage Consultant
- Extensive knowledge and experience on all flood risk and drainage aspects.
- Charismatic personality to build strong, lasting Client relationships.
- Full UK Drivers License

**Employment Conditions and Benefits**:

- Full time contract - Office based (Preston)
- Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 5pm - 37.5 hrs per week
- 24 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
- Competitive salary: £35,000 to £50,000 depending on experience
- Annual salary review
- Free parking
- Sick Pay

**Join our Friendly Team**

Sub Surface are a friendly family-run group of companies, and our head office in Preston, Lancashire offers a pleasant working environment and free parking. Our other offices are located in Ossett, West Yorkshire; Tipton, West Midlands; and High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire.

**Ready to Make Your Mark?**

For a deeper insight into Sub Surface, explore our website.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Flood Risk

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