Senior Flood Risk Engineer

Senior Flood Risk Engineer - Sheffield

Salary: -45,000 - -60,000 (depending on experience)

An established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Flood Risk Engineer to join its growing civil engineering team in Sheffield. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to take a lead role in the delivery of Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategies and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) designs for a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, industrial and mixed-use developments across the UK.

Working alongside civil, structural and environmental specialists, you will manage projects from initial feasibility through to planning and detailed design while supporting the development of junior engineers within the team.

• Lead the preparation of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) for a wide range of development projects.
• Produce drainage strategies and detailed surface water management solutions in accordance with current UK standards.
• Design Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) using industry best practice and national guidance.
• Undertake hydraulic modelling and drainage calculations using InfoDrainage, MicroDrainage or similar software.
• Liaise with the Environment Agency, Lead Local Flood Authorities, water companies and planning authorities throughout the development process.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring programmes, budgets and technical quality standards are achieved.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to graduate and junior engineers.
• Attend client meetings and represent the business in technical discussions.
• Support business development activities and maintain strong client relationships.

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years'' experience within flood risk and drainage engineering in a UK consultancy environment.
• Strong experience preparing Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies for planning applications.
• Excellent understanding of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), SuDS guidance and UK drainage standards.
• Proficiency with InfoDrainage, MicroDrainage or equivalent drainage design software.
• Experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D would be advantageous.
• Strong project management and client-facing skills.
• Working towards or already professionally qualified (ICE or CIWEM) would be beneficial.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Company pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Professional membership fees paid.
• Ongoing training and support towards chartership where applicable.
• Opportunity to lead technically challenging projects across multiple sectors.
• Clear progression into Principal and Associate-level positions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Flood Risk Engineer looking to join a well-established consultancy with a strong pipeline of projects, an excellent technical reputation and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression in Sheffield.