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Flood Risk Consultant
Consultant – Flood Risk Assessment (South West Region, Leeds)
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About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Consultant specialising in flood risk assessment to join our Sustainable Water Management team. You’ll work collaboratively on technically complex projects for a range of clients, contributing to flood risk modelling, Local Flood Risk Assessment (LLFA) technical services, flood management solutions, and wider aspects of water environmental assessments, including:
- Water Environmental Impact Assessments (Water EIA)
- Water Framework Directive (WFD) assessments
- Permitting applications
- Geomorphology studies
- Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
Your primary focus will be Flood Risk Assessments for major infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally, with additional involvement in flood modelling, flood management, and Water EIA based on your existing experience. You’ll also play a key role in mentoring junior team members, sharing your technical knowledge as part of your responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Technical Excellence
- Undertake and execute project tasks assigned by senior team members, including:
- Conducting flood risk assessments and preparing professional deliverables
- Supporting sustainable drainage design, planning application reviews, Local Flood Risk Management Strategies, and permitting applications
- Performing site surveys to collect baseline information and assist Section 19 investigations
- Leading certain project management activities (financial and programme tracking)
- Contribute to diverse project portfolios, aligning responsibilities with your expertise and experience.
Collaboration & Leadership
- Communicate effectively with team members across Sustainable Water Management and wider business stakeholders.
- Actively support junior staff in developing technical skills and understanding of project tasks.
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Your Team
We’re expanding our Sustainable Water Management team—a global water consultancy and engineering collective of 350+ professionals—and we’re looking for passionate experts in Flood Risk Assessments to:
- Deliver planning and Development Consent Order (DCO) applications for major infrastructure endeavours
- Work collaboratively with our regional teams of 40 (North East and North West), a national UK team of 150, and 5 flood risk specialists based in Leeds
- Join an instantly impactful workforce:
- Current projects include the Bristol Heat Network and Cullompton Town Centre Relief Road
- Key clients include National Grid, Network Rail, and National Highways
- Support Local Authorities and Lead Local Flood Authorities through transport infrastructure schemes, flood investigations, and partnership-based flood risk strategies
The team fosters an environment with equal opportunity for fair allocation of assignments, aligning projects with personal interests and career aspirations.
Who We’re Looking For
Skills & Experience
- Proven expertise in Flood Risk Assessment preparation and at least one supporting skill from the following (with a consultancy background preferred):
- Flood risk modelling
- Flood risk strategy development
- Sustainable drainage design
- Water EIA
- Experience providing technical advice for planning and permitting, including:
- FRA and Water EIA inputs for planning applications
- Supporting statutory examinations and public inquiries
- Environmental permit applications
- Strong knowledge of UK flood risk planning regulations
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated experience in supporting project management
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Qualifications
- Essential: Degree in an environmental, geological, scientific, or engineering discipline
- Actively pursuing chartered status via C.WEM, CEnv, CSci, or CEng
Why WSP?
Reimagine Work, Reimagine Life
WSP empowers meaningful careers with hybrid flexibility (two days remote, modern in-office collaboration) and opportunities to create a legacy through landmark projects. Discover a workplace where you do your best work and build a lasting impact.
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance
- "WSP My Hour": 1 hour daily for personal use, flexible scheduling
- Part-time and flexible work arrangements
- Additional paid leave options
- Customisable bank holiday entitlement
Development & Wellbeing
- Thrive Programme: health and wellbeing support
- Virtual GP service: NHS or Irish Medical Council access for convenient care
- Gymflex: 40% discounted gym memberships
- Menopause support package: comprehensive assistance
Inclusivity & Belonging
WSP embraces the full spectrum of society by fostering a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. Our Employee Resource Groups unite employees for ongoing support and advancement—contributing to a workplace where everyone belongs.
Bonus Benefits
- Work collaboratively with a team united by integrity, innovation, and social impact
- Be part of a global community of 11,000+ professionals across the UK & Ireland, dedicated to supporting local and alternative communities
Diversity & Inclusion
WSP positively encourages applications from individuals across all backgrounds and protected characteristics. As a Disability Confident leader, we pledge to interview all qualified disabled applicants who meet our criteria.
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