Job Description

Flood & Coast Services Delivery Director: Local Authorities & Hydraulic Modelling

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Location

- Birmingham, Chester, Bradford on Avon, Bristol, Manchester or Redhill

Full-time Permanent

We are seeking a strategic and delivery-focused

Delivery Director

to lead and expand our portfolio of services for

local authorities and Risk Management Authorities

and develop our

hydraulic modelling services

for a range of existing clients. The role will report into our Director of Delivery for Flood and Coastal Services.

This senior leadership role will drive performance across a portfolio of flood and coastal erosion risk management (FCERM) projects.

Responsibilities

Serve as

Project Director

for local authority projects, ensuring delivery to financial and quality targets Lead and grow our

hydraulic modelling

capabilities, supporting surface water and flood risk management initiatives Develop and lead

proposals and business plans

for local authority clients and hydraulic modelling services Act as

Technical Authority

for Surface Water Management Plans, Local Flood Risk Management Strategies, and Business Case development across a range of Risk Management Authorities including water companies Provide expert consultancy and operational support to LLFAs, including statutory planning, land drainage consents, and flood investigations Inspire and mentor teams to deliver excellence in local flood risk management and hydraulic modelling

Requirements

Degree level educated in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, or related discipline Chartered (ideally Fellow) member of CIWEM, ICE, or similar professional body Proven experience working with or within LLFAs and/or regulated water companies Strong background in flood risk management, hydraulic modelling, and FCERM project delivery Skilled in contract and project management, stakeholder engagement, and commercial delivery Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities

Benefits

Annual Leave purchase scheme Cycle to Work scheme Private Health Insurance Life Assurance Discounted gym membership Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person