Principal/Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage

Job title:

Principal/Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage

Company

Astute Technical

Job description

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

INDNUCAstute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government’s Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.To apply for this Principal/Associate – Flood Risk & Drainage opportunity, please complete the form below. Alternatively, send a copy of your up-to-date CV to or call to speak to Gemma Harfield who can tell you more. You can also connect with Gemma on to view other jobs they are recruiting. .Apply nowFirst name(Required)Last name(Required)Email(Required)Mobile numberCVAccepted file types: jpg, png, doc, docx, pdf, rtf, txt, Max. file size: 10 MB.Hidden Consultant EmailHidden application emailHidden Job titleHidden Candidate CountryCAPTCHASimilar jobs
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Expected salary

£55000 – 67000 per year

Location

London

Job date

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 04:48:19 GMT

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