My client, an innovative, world-leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy, is currently searching for a Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant to join their growing team of specialist consultants in the industrial, culturally-rich city of Manchester.

Essential Criteria:

* Hold a Higher Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental Management, Geography, Civil Engineering (or similar, relevant background) * Extensive commercial experience of producing Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) * Demonstrable experience of flood risk modelling, and delivering Water Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), within a consultancy-based role * Outstanding working knowledge of developing Drainage Strategies and drainage design * Demonstrate an acute awareness of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and the Approving Body (SAB) in Wales * Excellent working knowledge of a range of design softwares, including AutoCAD, Causeway Flow, MicroDrainage, InfoWorks, and others * Familiarity with the appropriate Geographical Information Systems (GIS), including ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo, etc. * Excellent working knowledge of the relevant Section Agreements (namely S104, S106, etc.)

It would also be beneficial for applicants for the role of Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant to possess the following:

* Prior experience of providing management support to a range of projects * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * An analytical mindset and strong technical skills * Chartered Status (or actively working toward attaining this)

In your varied new role of Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant, you will join a growing team of experts in the field, with a view to developing and refining your knowledge and skills as you progress through your career. The role will involve a number of exciting responsibilities, including:

* Assisting with, and managing the production of, Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Flood Consequence Assessments (FCAs) across a range of projects * Overseeing the design of a number of complex Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and Drainage Strategies * Submitting successful proposals to SAB within the relevant Local Authorities in Wales * Overseeing Flood Investigations, particularly in respect to Section 19 * Managing the preparation of feasibility studies and supporting drawings * Providing the required leadership and mentorship to your colleagues within the wider team * Leading projects from initial conception through to successful delivery * Adhering to tight deadlines and budgets, and working closely with your team to ensure work is continually produced to the highest of standards * Establishing and managing a range of stakeholder and client relations

As a Principal Flood Risk and Drainage Consultant based in Manchester, you will have access to an array of company benefits, including:

* A highly-competitive basic salary and access to a company pension scheme * Generous annual leave allowance and an excellent work-life balance * Membership to a company health and wellbeing programme that looks after your physical and mental health * Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working * Access to a close-knit team of colleagues, with the opportunity to make a difference globally * Training and mentorship, leading to extensive career progression opportunities

Please also visit our website, Penguin Recruitment Consultants | Specialist Recruitment, to view a range of other available Vacancies.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.