Senior Flood Risk Engineer
Responsibilities:
We require an experienced individual, of high calibre, to assist in the flood risk and drainage teams at Tetra Tech across a range of activities such as flood risk solution design, hydraulic modelling and hydrology assessment, fluvial geomorphology, environmental assessment and SUDs. We work with a diverse range of clients delivering challenging infrastructure projects for the private and public sector.
Our projects typically range in size from £10k to £100m schemes covering flood risk projects for defence, transport, local government, infrastructure, commercial, industrial and residential development. You will work independently and proactively on technical aspects from a project’s inception, determining client briefs, to the delivery and close out of projects in accordance with best practice and supported by senior colleagues throughout.
You will provide support to our project managers throughout the delivery of projects, as well as taking on project management responsibility on projects, including taking client facing roles as you develop your career with us. Where appropriate, you will instruct, supervise and mentor junior staff in the design and management of schemes and will work with clients to ensure delivery of projects to time and cost, and to help manage change.
We provide internal project management training as well as a structured learning and development platform, including mentoring and coaching, CPD and training to ensure our staff are the best they can be to deliver excellence to our clients.
Whilst based in Manchester or Leeds, the projects are UK wide and some travel would be expected on occasion, including working outside normal office hours.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate some or all the requirements below:
- An enthusiastic professional who likes a challenge
- Want to work in a busy and growing team and have a desire to progress their career
- Have experience in the delivery of flood risk appraisals projects in accordance with the FCERM appraisal guidance
- Have experience in developing options to reduce flood risk and undertaking multi criteria analysis to determine short lists for detailed appraisal
- Have experience in assessing options with respect to their buildability and health and safety
- Have experience in the outline design and cost estimation of options
- Have experience in the detailed design of options to reduce flood risk, such as earth embankment, RC wall and structure design
- Experience writing reports (including business cases) and presenting to internal and external partners
- Experience working across multidisciplinary teams to delivery projects efficiently and effectively, such as with hydraulic modellers and environmental consultants
- Experience or an interest in developing Natural Flood Management solutions
- Experience in the Multi-coloured Manual for flood risk economic appraisal
- Have an understanding of and experience in working with the NPPF
- Ideally have experience in delivering flood risk assessments and watercourse consents
- Ideally some experience in delivering Water Framework Directive assessments
- Experience in IT systems such as ArcGIS, AutoCAD and the Microsoft Office suite
- Be educated to degree level, or equivalent, in a relevant field and eligible for CEng MICE or chartered with CIWEM
- Be working towards, or committed to attaining, chartership
- Have good interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently, a collaborative approach and a proven ability to deliver work on time
- Have a commitment to encouraging good health and safety practices within the workplace and within design
- Be a team player displaying enthusiasm, flexibility and versatility
- Have the ability to mentor, encourage and support junior team members
- Have a desire to build upon your existing experience, continuing your professional development with Tetra Tech
- Hold a full UK Driving License
- Security Clearance to minimum SC level preferable (or be suitable and willing to apply for clearance essential).
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.
At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting www.tetratecheurope.com/careers
For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratecheurope.com. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We are very happy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours. We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.