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Flood Risk Consultant
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Flood Risk Consultant
Consultant – Flood Risk Assessment – Leeds
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About the Role
We are looking for a Consultant with experience in the delivery of flood risk assessment projects to work collaboratively on technically complex projects for a range of clients.
Working as part of our national team, the successful candidate will be able to seamlessly engage across other technical areas within Sustainable Water Management, including:
- Flood risk modelling
- LLFA (Local Lead Flood Authority) technical services
- Flood management solutions
- Water Environment Impact Assessments (Water EIA)
- Water and Floods Directive (WFD) assessments
- Permitting applications
- Geomorphology
- Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
You will contribute to a diverse range of projects, with your primary focus being Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) for major infrastructure projects in the UK and overseas. Additionally, you will be involved in flood modelling, flood management, and Water EIA based on your experience. Sharing your technical expertise and mentoring more junior team members will also be core to your responsibilities.
Responsibilities
Key duties will include:
- Undertaking project tasks assigned by senior team members, including:
- Conducting flood risk assessments and delivering project outputs.
- Supporting related projects by developing skills in areas such as:
- Sustainable drainage design
- Planning application reviews
- Developing Local Flood Risk Management Strategies
- Environmental assessments under WFD and permitting applications.
- Conducting site surveys to gather baseline data and supporting Section 19 investigations (UK flood risk management requirements).
- Leading project management activities, including financial and programme oversight.
- Communicating and liaising effectively with internal teams and clients to ensure seamless collaboration.
- Working collaboratively and proactively mentoring junior staff to expand their technical knowledge and project development skills.
The Team
Strengthening our growing Sustainable Water Management business, we’re seeking experienced Flood Risk Assessors (FRAs) to join our team of 350+ water professionals. We need applicants to reinforce our expertise in technical water environment assessments, focusing on project delivery across planning and Development Consent Orders (DCOs) for major infrastructure projects.
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Our Leeds office is home to five dedicated water environment and flood risk professionals who collaborate on projects, alongside 40+ regional professionals in the North East and North West regions, and 150+ nationwide. Our portfolio includes high-profile projects such as the Bristol Heat Network and the Cullompton Town Centre Relief Road, with customers like National Grid, Network Rail, and National Highways. We also play a major role in supporting Local Authority/Local Lead Flood Authority (LLFA) clients with flood risk management strategies and transport infrastructure schemes.
The Sustainable Water Management team operates nationally, distributing workloads transparently, balancing workloads, and accommodating professional interests and growth aspirations.
Skills & Experience
We are looking for a Consultant who can demonstrate:
- Substantial experience in flood risk assessments (FRA), along with proficiency in:
- Flood risk modelling
- Flood risk strategy formulation
- Sustainable drainage design
- Water Environment Impact Assessment (Water EIA)
- At least some of this experience should be from a consulting environment.
- Technical contributions to planning and permitting for major infrastructure sectors such as:
- Delivering FRA and Water EIA inputs to planning submissions
- Supporting Development Consent Order (DCO) examinations and planning inquiries
- Developing environmental permitting applications.
- A strong knowledge of UK regulatory frameworks governing flood risk.
- Excellent communication skills, including effective written, verbal, and interpersonal engagement with stakeholders.
- Basic or developing skills in project management.
Qualifications
A degree in an environmental, geographical, or science discipline (or equivalent skillset) is essential. We actively support candidates pursuing chartered status, particularly C.WEM, CEnv, CSci or CEng.
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WSP is a global leader in engineering and professional services, dedicated to making a lasting, positive impact on communities through innovation, integrity, and inclusion. We unite 11,000+ professionals across the UK and Ireland, bridging local community engagement with international expertise.
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Inclusivity & Belonging
Diverse backgrounds strengthen our team. We invite you to bring your whole authentic self to work because we believe inclusivity drives impact. Our employee resource groups champion cultural and diversity policies promoting a space where everyone feels valued.
Health & Wellbeing
Your wellbeing matters. To support this, we offer:
- The Thrive programme to enhance mental and physical health.
- Virtual GP service with access to NHS/GMC-registered doctors anytime, anywhere.
- Reasonable workplace adjustments to suit your needs.
- A Gymflex discount scheme (up to 40% off annual gym memberships).
- Comprehensive menopause care support.
Flexible Work Time
Innovating lives means balancing lives too! From WSP My Hour—one daily time-block to recharge— to flexible part-time work, extra leave, and customizable bank holiday use, we adapt to suit your lifestyle within a supportive framework.
Professional Growth
We see potential in your skills. Through training, mentorship, and Chartered Institute applications, we equip you with the tools to advance your career.
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As a Disability Confident leader, we guarantee interviews for candidates who meet criteria—please let us know if reasonable adjustments improve your application process.
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