Job Description

The Role:

We are seeking a

Flood Risk & Drainage (SuDS) Consultant

(Consultant level, with support available for those progressing toward Senior) to deliver pre-planning water environment consultancy services across a

diverse portfolio of projects

. Our work spans residential, renewable energy, utilities and infrastructure schemes -- offering far more variety than typical single-sector FRA roles.

You will be part of a growing, multidisciplinary team producing Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Impact Assessments, Sustainable Drainage Strategies, and hydrological studies. The role combines technical delivery, collaboration across teams, and opportunities to shape how we work as our service offering grows.

While you will receive support from senior colleagues, you should be confident using key software such as

MS Word

,

AutoCAD and InfoDrainage

for the purposes of drainage strategy and report production.

What You'll Do:

With wider team support, independently produce water environment related client project reports, including hydrological assessments, flood risk assessments and sustainable drainage strategies. Ensure the deliverables are in accordance with the national and local flood risk and drainage policy, legislation and best practice. Take an active role within Gavia's quality assurance process, providing checking of drainage deliverables and constructive feedback to the team. Undertake site visits to collate data on flood risk and drainage. Assist with key stakeholder liaison and consultation including EA, SEPA, LLFAs, IDBs and Sewerage Undertakers. Attend design team meetings, providing accurate consultancy advice. Work collaboratively with the flood risk, peatland hydrology, ecology, construction and aquatics specialists within Gavia to provide coordinated deliverables to our clients. Support with the production of bids, proposals and tenders.

What We're Looking For

:

Essential:

A degree within a civil engineering or environmental subject or equivalent experience Awareness of relevant legislation, planning policy, guides and design standards relating to flood risk management and drainage strategies A sound understanding of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and statutory duties relating to surface water drainage Experience of delivering and reviewing Flood Risk Assessments/Flood Consequence Assessments and or Drainage Strategies to supporting planning applications Experience of stakeholder engagement both internally and externally on projects or responding to customer queries and requests for information Experience of writing technical and non-technical reports Experience of and confidence of working independently with modelling software such as InfoDrainage or Causeway Flow and AutoCAD for design drawing production Strong written and verbal communication skills A full UK driving license

Desirable:

2+ years industry experience within drainage and surface water management Experience, knowledge and passion for drainage, the environment and sustainability Working in Flood Risk Management in the private or public sector (such as the Environment Agency, Lead Local Flood Authorities or Internal Drainage Boards)

What We Offer:

We are committed to developing our team and supporting their ambitions. You will benefit from:

A sector-leading CPD allowance -- up to 20 days per year dedicated to your professional development, training, and growth. Paid Professional Membership. 25 days per year plus the standard Scottish bank holidays (normally 9 days). Enhanced with service length. Flexible Toil/Balancing Hours policy. Private healthcare plan. Company pension contribution. Hybrid working.
Note relocation package (within the UK) may be available for the right candidate.

Additional Information

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK.

Our other screening checks can include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or age

Contact

To apply or obtain more details on the above position, please send your CV and cover letter to careers@gavia-environmental.co.uk.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 27,000.00-32,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Evesham WR11