Astute's Environmental team is working with a well-established and forward-thinking consultancy delivering high-quality environmental services across the UK to recruit a Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant, based in Leeds, London, or Manchester with flexible hybrid working available. This Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant role offers a salary of £30,000-£35,000, along with flexible working, structured development support, and the opportunity to work on nationally significant planning and infrastructure projects. If you're a flood risk or drainage professional looking to grow your technical and commercial experience in a supportive and ambitious team, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant role

Reporting to the Water Services Lead, you will:

Prepare Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, and other planning support documents Contribute to SuDS design and prepare technical drawings and drainage plans Assist with due diligence reviews for investors and developers, offering practical risk mitigation advice Analyse and present spatial data using GIS tools (e.g., QGIS) Collaborate with planning and environmental teams across the business Contribute to projects in related areas such as nutrient neutrality and climate risk assessments Work towards professional accreditation and broaden your technical capabilities

Professional qualifications

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