Associate Director - Water and Flood Risk

Associate Director - Water and Flood RiskI''m working with a leading Environmental Consultancy who are looking to bring an Associate Director into their Water Engineering team, based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to step up and take on a leadership role in the delivery of major water and flood risk projects across the UK.The successful candidate will be involved in a wide variety of work, from flood alleviation schemes for local authorities to surface water separation programmes with utilities, as well as advising housing developers and infrastructure providers on their flood risk and drainage challenges. The role combines technical expertise with leadership, client engagement and business development. You''ll be responsible for guiding projects from strategy through to delivery, building and maintaining strong client relationships, and mentoring junior colleagues as the team continues to grow.The consultancy is particularly active across the North of England, with a strong track record of supporting local authorities, utility providers and developers on a broad spectrum of water-related projects. Their portfolio includes flood alleviation schemes designed to protect communities, innovative surface water management solutions, and sustainable drainage strategies that support regional housing growth. They are also contributing to high-profile programmes focused on improving river health and resilience, helping to deliver long-term environmental ..... full job details .....