Delivery Director: Local Authorities

The Vacancy
Flood & Coastal Services Delivery Director - Local Authorities
Location:
Birmingham (preferred) or Chester, Bradford on Avon, Bristol, Manchester, or Redhill

Contract Type:
Full-time or Part-time, Permanent

Join Binnies - Leaders in Flood Risk Management and Water Infrastructure
At
Binnies
, part of the
RSK Group
, we are industry leaders in
flood risk management
,
coastal erosion prevention
, and
water infrastructure solutions
. With over 100 years of expertise in the global water and environment sector, we offer
flexible working arrangements
, a
supportive culture
, and opportunities to work on projects that make a real difference to communities and the environment.

If you're looking for a
senior leadership role in flood and coastal services
, this is your chance to shape the future of
local authority flood risk management
and
resilient infrastructure delivery
.

The Role: Flood & Coastal Services Delivery Director
We are seeking an experienced
Delivery Director
to lead and grow our portfolio of services for
local authorities
,
Lead Local Flood Authorities (LLFAs)
, and other
risk management authorities
. Reporting to the Director of Delivery for Flood and Coastal Services, you will drive strategic performance and technical excellence across a range of
Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM)
projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee FCERM projects for local authorities and water companies.
• Act as Project Director, ensuring delivery to financial, quality, and compliance targets.
• Develop and implement business plans and proposals for local authority clients.
• Serve as Technical Authority for Surface Water Management Plans, Local Flood Risk Management Strategies, and Business Case development.
• Provide expert consultancy to LLFAs on statutory planning, land drainage consents, and flood investigations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, and developers.
• Manage contract performance across frameworks, ensuring strategic alignment and resource optimisation.
• Mentor and inspire teams to deliver excellence in local flood risk management.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, or related discipline.
• Chartered (ideally Fellow) member of CIWEM, ICE, or similar professional body.
• Proven experience working with or within LLFAs and/or regulated water companies.
• Strong background in flood risk management, surface water management, and FCERM project delivery.
• Skilled in contract management, stakeholder engagement, and commercial delivery.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated success in technical oversight and quality assurance.

About Binnies:
We deliver
sustainable water infrastructure solutions
that create lasting environmental and social benefits. Our integrated planning and design approach supports
resilient water systems
,
flood alleviation schemes
, and
environmental services
.

As part of the
RSK Group
, we are backed by a global network of over 7,000 specialists across 120 businesses, committed to improving lives and communities through smarter project delivery.

About Us
We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.

Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.

Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

Benefits
Private Health Insurance

Income Protection

High Street Vouchers

Life Assurance

Annual Leave Purchase

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Mental Health Support

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme