Full job descriptionFlood Risk and Drainage EngineerLocation: Guildford, Surrey
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000
We are looking for a Flood Risk and Drainage Engineer to join an established consultancy team in Guildford. The role involves supporting a range of development and infrastructure projects, with a focus on flood risk assessments, drainage strategies and planning applications.
Key Responsibilities*Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies for proposed developments.
*Assess flood risks from rivers, surface water and other sources.
*Assist with drainage design, calculations and technical reports.
*Use software such as QGIS, AutoCAD and MicroDrainage/InfoDrainage to support assessments and drainage design.
*Liaise with clients, local authorities, the Environment Agency and water companies.
*Ensure reports and designs meet relevant planning policy, guidance and industry standards.
*Manage project deadlines and work alongside colleagues across planning, transport and infrastructure disciplines.
Requirements*A degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related subject.
*Experience or an interest in flood risk assessment and drainage engineering.
*Good written communication and technical report-writing skills.
*Familiarity with relevant industry software would be beneficial.
*Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
This is a good opportunity for an engineer looking to develop their experience in flood risk and drainage, working on a variety of projects with opportunities for further training and career progression.