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Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant
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Location: London
Salary: GBP35,000 - GBP40,000
A growing environmental consultancy is looking for a Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant to join its team in London. The role would suit someone with experience in flood risk, drainage design and planning who is looking to develop their technical and project management skills.
The Role
- Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies for residential and commercial developments.
- Undertake surface water and flood risk assessments in line with current planning requirements.
- Design sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and drainage networks.
- Carry out hydraulic modelling and interpret modelling results.
- Liaise with local authorities, Lead Local Flood Authorities, developers, and other consultants.
- Provide technical input to planning applications and discharge of planning conditions.
- Support projects from initial feasibility through to detailed design and completion.
- Assist with technical reports, drawings, specifications, and other project documentation.
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The Ideal Candidate
- Experience within flood risk, drainage, or civil engineering consultancy.
- Good understanding of drainage design, SuDS, and UK planning requirements.
- Experience preparing FRAs and drainage strategies.
- Hydraulic modelling experience would be beneficial.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Relevant degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
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