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Joining Arup Flood risk will worsen as rainfall intensifies and sea levels rise due to climate change. Urbanisation and population growth mean more lives and assets are threatened. Arup offers a fully multidisciplinary service, helping government agencies, infrastructure operators, and developers to produce solutions that safeguard communities, enhance environmental resilience and benefit both people and nature. We provide technical and advisory services across every dimension of flood risk management. Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it! The Opportunity We are seeking a principal flood risk consultant to lead a diverse range of projects working for clients such as the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, and Local Authorities. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about people, technical excellence and providing an outstanding service to our clients. You will be an active, collaborative member of our Flood and Coasts team in the West, located in Bristol or Cardiff. You will lead, manage and deliver projects across the project lifecycle aligned with your experience and development needs, allowing you the opportunity to learn and grow your career supported by our team. Is this role right for you? We are looking for a senior/principal consultant or engineer with curiosity, personal drive, and technical know-how. You will be as inspired as we are by the problems we are solving and excited to help our clients and lead teams delivering the solutions. Engineering experience in the UK flood risk management sector is desirable. You will have appreciation of the project cycle, from conception and business case justification through to delivery of detailed design and construction. With support, can you apply your excellent technical appreciation of civil engineering to flood and coast flood risk management? If you have some or all of these skills and experience and a passion for delivering high value solutions, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for the following qualifications, attributes and skills: <ul><li>Relevant degree and Chartered Engineer status. </li><li>Experience of successfully leading teams and managing projects to ensure production of deliverables to agreed timelines and budgets </li><li>Demonstrable experience of delivering high quality flood risk solutions in the UK. </li><li>A desire and ability to build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients and within Arup.</li><li>A creative approach to problem solving with a focus on continual improvement and delivering sustainable and value led project outcomes.</li><li>A desire and ability to share knowledge and proactively mentor and manage teams and individuals.</li><li>Highly effective and open communications skills.</li></ul>Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Kylie O'Hanlon - <a href="mailto:Kylie.OHanlon@arup.com" target="_blank">Kylie.OHanlon@arup.com</a> If this role is not quite what you are looking for but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community: <a href="https://arupwhg.avature.net/talent" target="_blank">https://arupwhg.avature.net/talent</a> where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world. What we offer you At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you'll have access to flexible benefitsto help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs. Different people, shared values Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at <a href="http://www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup" target="_blank">www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup</a>. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact <a href="mailto:Kylie.OHanlon@arup.com" target="_blank">Kylie.OHanlon@arup.com</a> to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you. Our Application Process To understand what to expect next, please visit <a href="https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/" target="_blank">https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/</a> Stay safe online - Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process. Closing date: 01-02-25 @WaterWest

Principal Flood Risk Consultant

Job Description What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. To find out more about our Water business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Water Resilience | Stronger Together | WSP Due to strong and sustained growth in our Sustainable Water Management business, we are seeking experienced applicants to join our team of 300 water science and engineering professionals. Applicants are invited to further strengthen our project delivery and technical capability in a wide range of flood risk management projects for our Local Authority clients. The Sustainable Water Management business operates as a national team and work is shared around the team in a fair and transparent way, ensuring project allocation takes into account personal interests and development aspirations and much as practicable. As a senior member of the team you would be actively involved in the continued growth, development and resourcing of the team. A little more about your role... We are looking for a proficient and authoritative professional who has experience working with or within Lead Local Flood Authorities and have a competent and detailed understanding of key legislation and policies such as the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, Land Drainage Act 1991 and the National Planning Policy Framework (in relation to flood risk and drainage). With preferred strengths in flood risk management and sustainable drainage you will ideally have familiarity with other water environment disciplines to aid delivery of more complex projects for a range of clients. The appointment would be at Associate or Associate Director grade, depending on experience. We can be flexible on location within the UK and offer a true hybrid work arrangement. You will contribute to a diverse range of projects but the main focus of your work is likely to be delivering and taking technical lead roles on flood risk management projects for local authorities which can include large range of projects including; flood investigations, developing flood strategies, helping deliver solutions for flood alleviation, natural flood management, sustainable drainage master-planning, and supporting the planning process to ensure the most sustainable solutions are achieved for the water environment. Your work will be varied but will include technical, management and commercial responsibilities. Sharing your technical expertise and mentoring others in the team will also be an important part of your role. Responsibilities will include: <ul> <li>Playing a leading role in project delivery, including managing the interface with clients and internal stakeholders. Supervising, coordinating and reviewing the inputs of others within the business to deliver high quality technical outputs that meet client requirements.</li> <li>To manage or direct projects effectively, balancing programme, budget and quality requirements, and ensuring that the highest health and safety standards are adhered to.</li> <li>Providing technical guidance, training and support to junior colleagues.</li> <li>Provide expert witness support for LLFAS in regards to Local Flood Risk.</li> <li>Engaging positively and professionally with clients in developing a trusted advisor role.</li> <li>Leading business development activities and being responsible for the development of proposals to clients.</li> <li>Support the development of our growth strategy in Local Government Flood Risk Management and Sustainable Drainage.</li> <li>Develop solutions that address client issues, challenges, and needs in collaboration with project or team leaders.</li> <li>Demonstrating positive H&amp;S behaviours and championing this amongst the wider team.</li> <li>Playing a key role in growing WSP's technical capability, knowledge and innovation base to develop new services for our clients.</li></ul>What we will be looking for you to demonstrate... Skills / Experience <ul> <li>Experience working in flood risk management with local authorities or a combination of public and private sector flood risk management experience.</li> <li>Demonstrable experience of leading or major contributor to technical inputs and teams for successful project delivery. </li> <li>Excellent knowledge of the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, the Land Drainage Act 1991, National Planning Policy Framework and the Planning Practice Guidance: Flood Risk and Coastal Change and its application for management of flood risk for Local Authorities in the UK. Desirable wider knowledge of the regulatory context for planning in the UK. </li> <li>Experience in acting as expert witness in planning inquiries including the preparation of proofs of evidence.</li> <li>Excellent Knowledge and understanding of surface water drainage modelling and Sustainable Drainage Systems. </li> <li>Experience in preparing Local Flood Risk Management Strategies and Strategic Flood Risk Assessments.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Successful track record in managing client and stakeholder relationships</li> <li>You should have practical project management experience, including management of project teams, and be comfortable managing challenging projects</li></ul>Qualifications <ul> <li>A degree in a relevant environmental, geographical, science or engineering discipline is essential</li> <li>Chartered status with C.WEM, CEnv, CSci or CEng </li></ul>Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. #LI-ES1 About Us We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready! In today's world it's important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world. When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Work-life balance? WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important - whether that's for your families, friends, or yourself. Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK. Inclusivity &amp; Diversity? We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP's Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential. Health &amp; Wellbeing? We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation. Flex your time? For improved work life balance, WSP offers the "WSP Hour" which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you. Your development? We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that's why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that's chartership, training or mentoring. APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP! #WeAreWSP Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application. Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

2 Flood Management Jobs in Bristol, UK