Principal/Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage

Astute Technical

  • London
  • £55,000-67,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 26 days ago
Astute’s Environmental team is partnering with a leading environmental consultancy known for delivering sustainable, innovative, and high-impact solutions, to recruit an Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage, based in London, with flexible hybrid working available.
This Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage role offers a competitive salary up to £65,000, along with structured career development, a collaborative culture, and involvement in exciting national projects – including the UK’s largest solar farm.
If you’re an experienced flood risk consultant with strong technical, commercial, and leadership skills, and you’re ready to help grow a thriving team while delivering exceptional client work, submit your CV to apply today.Responsibilities and duties of the Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage roleReporting to the Water Services leadership team, you will:
  • Manage projects from inception to completion, including fee proposals and tender submissions
  • Deliver and review Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, Scoping Reports, and Flood Risk Appraisals
  • Provide bespoke commercial advice to clients across planning, due diligence, and risk management
  • Support the development and delivery of SuDS designs and technical drainage drawings
  • Contribute to the development of services in nutrient neutrality, ESG, and new markets
  • Liaise with clients, statutory consultees, and internal teams across the Group
  • Lead, mentor, and line manage junior team members
  • Drive innovation in flood and drainage solutions, championing technical quality and client satisfaction
Professional qualificationsWe are looking for someone with the following:
  • A degree (BSc/MSc) in Geography, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years’ experience in flood risk and drainage consultancy
  • Strong understanding of design guidance, planning policy, and regulatory processes
  • Proven experience in project management, client liaison, and stakeholder engagement
  • Experience using MicroDrainage / InfoDrainage, QGIS, and ideally AutoCAD
  • Chartered status (or actively working towards it) highly desirable
Personal skillsThe Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage role would suit someone who is:
  • Commercially aware, proactive, and client-focused
  • Passionate about sustainable flood risk solutions and innovation
  • Able to manage deadlines, budgets, and technical delivery across multiple projects
  • Experienced in mentoring others and supporting professional development
  • Confident working in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary consultancy environment
Salary and benefits of the Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage role
  • Competitive salary (depending on experience)
  • Company-matched pension scheme
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell options)
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Career progression and support for chartership
  • Involvement in major national projects and innovation-focused work
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cashback and discounts across retail, fitness, hospitality, and more
  • Volunteering opportunities and sustainability-focused culture
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