Senior/Principal Flood Risk Engineer

Senior or Principal Flood Risk Engineer
Location: London
Experience: 5-12 years
Full Time

Are you passionate about protecting the environment and keen to work with a team that will support your growth as an expert Flood Risk Engineer? We're on the lookout for a Senior or Principal Flood Risk Engineer, and this could be your perfect next step!

With at least 5 years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to dive into a variety of exciting projects. From high-profile regeneration schemes to urban developments, rail projects, and flood alleviation schemes, you'll play a key role in helping private and public sector clients manage flood risks and develop sustainable drainage strategies.

What your days will look like:
Writing Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) for private and public sector schemes
Designing SuDS and surface water drainage strategies
Attending meetings with clients, local authorities, and design teams
Spotting flooding risks and opportunities at development sites
Reviewing and producing FRAs and drainage strategies with MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage
Understanding hydrological and hydraulic modelling (Tuflow, Flood Modeller, FEH)
Managing projects, finances, and mentoring junior staff
Writing clear, concise reports (no waffle, just the essentials!)

What you'll bring:

• A solid knowledge of NPPF, SuDS, and the planning system
• Experience in hydrological and hydraulic modelling
• Great communication and project management skills
• Passion for mentoring junior engineers
• Ability to deliver top-quality work to clients (while staying calm under pressure!)

What we're offering:
Competitive salary + annual reviews
26 days holiday (rising to 31 with loyalty days) + bank holidays
Hybrid working arrangements (work-life balance is key!)
Incredible training and development opportunities
Fast-tracked career progression for ambitious engineers
Mentoring from industry experts
Opportunities to be client-facing and support business development

Our client has built a strong reputation within the industry for flood risk and modelling, and they're looking for someone like you to continue that success. If you're looking to make a real impact, work on diverse, high-profile projects, and develop your skills, we'd love to hear from you!

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.