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Managing Consultant Hydrologist (Mid‑Senior Level) Join to apply for the Managing Consultant Hydrologist (Mid‑Senior Level) role at ERM. Role Overview As a Managing Consultant, EIA Hydrologist / EIA Flood Risk & Drainage Specialist, you will lead technical delivery for flood risk assessments and outline drainage design within Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and planning applications. This role combines advanced technical expertise with project management responsibilities and client engagement. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) for major infrastructure and development projects, ensuring compliance with UK planning policy and regulatory requirements Develop outline drainage strategies and designs, including sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and preliminary hydraulic calculations Provide technical input to EIAs and planning submissions, integrating flood risk and drainage considerations Manage data collection, hydrological modelling, and interpretation of flood mapping and climate change allowances Liaise with regulators (Environment Agency, Lead Local Flood Authorities) and clients to secure approvals Mentor junior team members and contribute to technical quality assurance Skills & Experience Degree in Hydrology, or related discipline; Chartered or working toward chartership preferred Proven experience delivering FRAs and drainage strategies for UK projects Strong knowledge of UK planning policy, NPPF, and local authority requirements Familiarity with SuDS principles and outline drainage design for renewables and infrastructure Excellent stakeholder engagement and report writing skills Experience technically reviewing others work Experience writing FRA proposals Tools & Software Hydraulic and hydrological modelling tools (e.g., FEH, Flood Modeller, HEC‑RAS, InfoWorks ICM) GIS platforms (ArcGIS, QGIS) for spatial analysis Data analysis tools (Excel, Python/R for environmental datasets) Collaboration tools (MS Office Suite, SharePoint) ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you. Learn more about our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging efforts by visiting our website or exploring our 2025 Sustainability Report. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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