Graduate Flood and Natural Hazards Consultant

Our water resources team delivers projects for several domestic and international private and public sector clients. We can offer a diverse range of experience for candidates with a wide spectrum of interests and career goals. We offer a flexible hybrid working model. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a range of flexible choices covering health, finance, lifestyle, well‑being and more.

You will work alongside our experienced engineers and consultants as you develop these skills within a positive culture where learning and development is actively supported and promoted.

• Planning and Consents:
  Work with stakeholders to ensure proposed developments are compliant with planning regulations and undertake Flood Risk Assessments, Consent and Permit Applications in line with flood risk regulatory requirements. Work with Local Authorities to assist in the preparation of Local Flood Risk Management Strategies, Strategic Flood Risk Assessments and Section 19 Reports under the Flood and Water Management Act (2010).
• Optioneering and Appraisal:
  Contribute to the development of Flood Risk Management Schemes under the Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management Guidance (FCERM).
• Modelling:
  Undertake hydraulic modelling using packages such as Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, HEC-RAS and info Works ICM to analyse the impact of flood risk to and from development and help support the design of flood mitigation schemes.
• Assessment of Flood Risk:
  Analyse and assess the risk of flooding to and from developments through the use of GIS and online datasets. This may involve obtaining and utilising hydraulic modelling outputs.
• Project Management:
  Contribute to the management of projects through tasks such as programme management, budget control and progress reporting.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  Liaise with clients and teams of multi‑disciplinary technical specialists across AECOM on major infrastructure and environment projects.

• BSc in Geography, Natural Hazard Management or Environmental Science Degree, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent).
• A Master’s Degree would be an advantage.
• Water related modules would be an advantage.
• Relevant work experience would be an advantage.
• Enthusiastic, hard‑working, technically proficient, with ambition and drive.
• Basic computer skills essential (Word/Excel) and good report writing skills beneficial.
• Willing and able to work towards professional qualifications such as ICE & CIWEM.
• Demonstrable interest in water projects.
• Capability to satisfy client and business expectations and be able to consider the wider financial and commercial implications of your actions.
• Communicate effectively to internal and external clients, both verbally and in writing.
• Structure and prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole.
• Ability to work independently without losing initiative and focus.

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