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We are seeking an experienced Flood & Water Management Associate to lead and oversee the delivery of technical design services across a diverse portfolio of projects, from inception through to completion. This is a senior, hands on role combining technical leadership, project management, and team development. You will be responsible for producing and reviewing detailed drainage and flood risk designs, ensuring high quality outputs, and delivering projects on time and within budget. You will also play a key role in growing and developing a high performing Flood Team, while supporting business development and client engagement activities.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the delivery of flood risk assessments and drainage design projects
Develop detailed design packages for construction, including SuDS and attenuation solutions
Oversee and approve technical outputs, ensuring quality and compliance with standards
Manage multiple projects, ensuring delivery to programme, budget, and quality expectations
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated project delivery
Undertake flood risk assessments and develop effective mitigation strategies
Model and assess existing drainage networks
Produce and agree drainage strategies with stakeholders
Support training, development, and technical upskilling of team members
Liaise with clients and stakeholders, confidently presenting technical solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences
Actively promote services and support business development activities
Prepare fee estimates, proposals, and quality submissions for tenders
Manage financial performance of projects, ensuring delivery within fee budgets
Maintain strong understanding of CDM regulations and health & safety requirements
Requirements:
Degree in Civil Engineering (or related discipline)
Chartered status (or working towards) with a relevant professional body (e.g. CIWEM, ICE, CIHT)
Substantial experience in detailed drainage design
Proven experience delivering projects across local authority and private sector environments
Strong background in flood risk, drainage strategies, SuDS, and public realm projects
Strong technical expertise in drainage modelling and design
Experience with MicroDrainage, InfoWorks ICM, InfoDrainage, and Civil 3D (desirable)
Experience in business development, including fee estimation and proposal writing
Ability to solve complex problems and develop innovative solutions
Nice to have:
Experience with MicroDrainage, InfoWorks ICM, InfoDrainage, and Civil 3D
What we offer:
Competitive salary
Hybrid working – (2 - 3 days WFH)
A wide range of flexible staff benefits, from high-street discounts to wellbeing and lifestyle perks
Healthcare cash plan
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Enhanced maternity and paternity packages (eligibility criteria apply)