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Job Description Organisation: Leicestershire County Council Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RA Worker Category: Hybrid Worker Salary: £34,350 - £37,950 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) &amp; Market Premia of Standard 10% of top of grade Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 13th February 2025 Interview Date(s): TBC An opportunity has arisen to join Flood Risk Management team as a Senior Technician. This role will involve assisting the Flood Risk Manager in delivering the Council's statutory functions as a Lead Local Flood Authority and to develop and promote best practice. This includes assisting in delivering the actions of Leicestershire's Local Flood Risk Management Strategy and deputising and/or assisting the Flood Risk Manager when required in representing the Council at meetings as appropriate etc. About the Role This role will involve being a key part of the Flood Risk Management team delivering the remit of the Lead local Flood Authority. This will involve a variety of functions including the statutory consultee to the planning process, investigating locally significant flooding issues, developing and delivering flood resilience projects, updating the asset register and responding to applications for consent under the Land Drainage Act. You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have experience of managing your own workload and working to deadlines and be prepared to challenge the status quo in line with evolving statutory responsibilities. You will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders. In return you will receive a varied workload, the support of colleagues, and have an opportunity to shape the direction of growth in Leicestershire. . About You To apply for this post, you must have: <ul> <li>NVQ 4 or equivalent in a relevant subject (i.e. BTEC Higher in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification) or experience that meets the essential requirement. </li> <li>Experience of working in the field of flood risk management and/or civil engineering.</li> <li>Collaborative working with customers and key stakeholders to deliver outputs and outcomes. </li> <li>Interpreting and writing technical and non-technical reports and providing technical advice based on relevant guidance and standards relating to Flood Risk Management. </li> <li>Have excellent communication and presentation skills, including being able to provide relevant, concise written advice and negotiate successful outcome</li> <li>Be able to work to tight timescales and to agreed targets in a faced paced working environment, often subject to change due to a constantly evolving workload. </li></ul>You must also have an understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion. In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. Interested in Flexible Working? We are keen to support employees to balance their working life with other commitments. Therefore, wherever possible, we will consider working arrangements that suit an individual's personal circumstances whilst still meeting the needs of the Council. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below. This may include requests for term-time working, part-time hours, compressed hours, flexible start and finish times, home/remote working, etc. Every role within the Council has a defined working style which determines where they can work. The worker category applicable to this post is detailed in the above advert. You can find out more about our worker categories in the Our Working Styles page on our career site. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact: Victoria Coombes 0116 3057409 <a href="mailto:victoria.coombes@leics.gov.uk" target="_blank">victoria.coombes@leics.gov.uk</a> How to Apply Please apply sending us your CV as well a supporting statement, detailing how you meet the requirements of the post. The supporting statement should be no longer than 500 words. Leicestershire County Council is an inclusive organisation which is on a journey to embed and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion at every level. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, as having a diverse workforce with different perspectives and ideas is fundamental to our values and enriches the services we offer our communities. We particularly welcome applicants from Ethnically Diverse and LGBTQ+ communities and people with disabilities to create a balanced workforce and one that reflects the communities we serve. Applicants with a disability who meet the criteria listed in the 'About You' section above will be offered an interview under the Disability Confident Employer Scheme. To apply for this job, please click on the apply button. You will need to upload a supporting statement as part of your application which explains how you meet the criteria listed in the 'About You' section above. For more information, see the How to Apply section on our career site. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post or you want to request an application pack in an alternative format, please contact our Employee Service Centre by telephoning 0300 3030222 (select option 2) or raising a ticket via our online portal: <a href="https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home" target="_blank">https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home</a>. By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions. About Us About Leicestershire County Council Leicestershire County Council is a Disability Confident, Menopause Friendly, Mindful Employer, Fostering Friendly, Forces Friendly, and Cycle Friendly organisation. In August 2021, we also signed up to the Race at Work Charter. We are strongly committed to promoting equality and opportunity, championing employee wellbeing and investing in staff training and development. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone. Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. For further information on what it's like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following: Our Recruitment Process Our Organisational Values Our Employee Benefits Working for Us

Senior Technician (Flood Risk Management)

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

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description We are looking for a Principal Flood Risk Consultant to join our growing Water Environment team, in the Regulations and Development sector. As a Principal Flood Risk Consultant you will lead the production of flood risk consenting related documents for our major clients, and manage a small but growing team in the Croydon office. Role responsibilities: <ul><li>Contribute to tenders for complex, high-profile projects and lead the production of flood risk assessments, permits, Section 19 reports, and water resource chapters for EIAs.</li><li>Collaborate with clients and technical teams on fluvial, coastal, surface water, and drainage flood risk management projects.</li><li>Build relationships with clients and cross-functional teams.</li><li>Lead flood risk appraisals and business cases for public and private sector clients.</li><li>Stay updated on relevant legislation and guidelines to ensure work is compliant and high quality. </li><li>Use AECOM's project management systems to deliver quality outputs on time and within budget.</li><li>Manage team resourcing, development, and performance in collaboration with the regional lead.</li></ul>Being part of the team: Join our dynamic UKI Water team of around 670 professionals, working with a diverse range of clients including local governments, water companies, private developers, and major Middle Eastern projects-giving you the opportunity to work on some of the world's most ambitious initiatives. Our close-knit team consists of consultants, engineers, technicians, hydrologists, hydraulic modellers, and project managers. Whether in the office or working remotely, we meet weekly to collaborate and plan. We prioritize your development, offering opportunities such as client secondments, site-based assignments, and tailored training. As part of our team, you'll have the chance to shape your career, whether by expanding our international presence, driving technological innovation, or mentoring others. We provide the support and opportunities to help you succeed and grow. Qualifications <ul><li>Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Sciences or a related discipline.</li><li>Significant experience technically leading teams in the production of flood risk assessments and/or flood risk activity permits.</li><li>Strong track record of project management, following the principles of the NEC suite of contracts.</li><li>Experience and understanding of hydraulic modelling as an evidence base to flood risk assessments / activity permits. </li><li>FCERM appraisal and EIA experience would be beneficial, but not essential</li><li>Professional chartered member of CIWEM or ICE.</li></ul>Additional Information Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn - Katie Scales. About AECOM AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Principal Flood Risk Consultant (Team Leader)

Cont, Perm, Sal Senior Flood Risk Consultant Derby, East Midlands, Leicestershire, nottingham, Peterborough Type: Contract, Permanent, Salaried Type: Salaried or PAYE Salary: Dependent on experience, skills and location An introduction to our unique company... Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark by working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects or in delivering professional services across the UK on a secondment basis. Our diverse client base includes local authorities, consultancies, public bodies and construction companies. We specialise in providing the right people, with the right skills for the job, at the right time - for as long as our clients need them. We are proud of how much we value and support our colleagues - taking people from the very start of their careers to Chartered status and beyond. We're a people-first organisation and place mutual respect and dignity in the highest regard, reflected in our approach to issues such as Mental Health, Social Value, Menopause and Net Zero. We're a Disability Confident Employer and an accredited Living Wage Employer. We have big ambitions for the future, and we'd love for you to be part of it. Your career with Waterman Aspen... You'll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Senior Flood Risk Consultant will see you as a key member of the Water &amp; Environment East team and you can expect: <ul> <li>A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills </li> <li>Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression </li> <li>Further exposure to your chosen industry - increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills </li> <li>Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers</li> <li>Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice </li> </ul>Experience required... Essential: <ul> <li>Relevant Engineering or Equivalent qualification relating to Flood Risk/Drainage. </li> <li>Experience of project coordination, stakeholder management and leading a team.</li> <li>Technical experience in UK drainage standards including SuDS </li> <li>Ability to use and review outputs from drainage modelling software (MicroDrainage or Causeway Flow) and technically competent in fundamental hydraulic design principles.</li> <li>Experience of developing outline business cases and funding applications for FDGIA or equivalent. </li> <li>A successful track record in project and construction, working with design teams to deliver flood risk reduction schemes.</li> <li>Experience of delivering flood resilience and property level protection schemes.</li> <li>Experience working in diverse multi-disciplined teams to produce deliverables to a high standard. </li> <li>Experience working in client facing environments and ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders to deliver positive outcomes. </li> <li>Develop and build mutually beneficial external stakeholder relationships. </li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. </li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>HEC-RAS modelling capability </li> <li>Previous HS2 related experience. </li> <li>Chartered status or close to achieving </li> <li>A full UK driving licence </li> </ul>You'll get this and so much more... As a salaried colleague, you'll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package: <ul> <li>Company car or car allowance </li> <li>Contribution to commuting mileage </li> <li>Permanent health insurance </li> <li>25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues) </li> <li>Company pension contribution </li> <li>Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits </li> <li>1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community </li> </ul>

Senior Flood Risk Consultant

Cont, Perm, Sal Flood Risk Consultant Derby, Leicestershire, Peterborough Type: Contract, Permanent, Salaried Type: Salaried or PAYE Salary: Dependent on experience, skills and location An introduction to our unique company... Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark by working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects or in delivering professional services across the UK on a secondment basis. Our diverse client base includes local authorities, consultancies, public bodies and construction companies. We specialise in providing the right people, with the right skills for the job, at the right time - for as long as our clients need them. We are proud of how much we value and support our colleagues - taking people from the very start of their careers to Chartered status and beyond. We're a people-first organisation and place mutual respect and dignity in the highest regard, reflected in our approach to issues such as Mental Health, Social Value, Menopause and Net Zero. We're a Disability Confident Employer and an accredited Living Wage Employer. We have big ambitions for the future, and we'd love for you to be part of it. Your career with Waterman Aspen... You'll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Flood Risk Consultant will see you as a key member of the Water &amp; Environment East team and you can expect: <ul> <li>A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills </li> <li>Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression </li> <li>Further exposure to your chosen industry - increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills </li> <li>Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers</li> <li>Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice </li> </ul>Experience required... Essential: <ul> <li>Relevant Engineering or Equivalent qualification relating to Flood Risk/Drainage. </li> <li>Technical experience in UK drainage standards including SuDS </li> <li>Drainage modelling software (MicroDrainage or Causeway Flow) and technically competent in fundamental hydraulic design principles </li> <li>Efficient in the use of AutoCAD and Civils3D </li> </ul> <ul> <li>A successful track record in project and construction, working with design teams to deliver large scale infrastructure projects. </li> <li>Experience working in diverse multi-disciplined teams to produce deliverables to a high standard. </li> <li>Experience working in client facing environments and ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders to deliver positive outcomes. </li> <li>Develop and build mutually beneficial external stakeholder relationships. </li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. </li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>HEC-RAS modelling capability </li> <li>Previous HS2 related experience. </li> <li>Chartered status or close to achieving </li> <li>A full UK driving licence </li> </ul>You'll get this and so much more... As a salaried colleague, you'll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package: <ul> <li>Company car or car allowance </li> <li>Contribution to commuting mileage </li> <li>Permanent health insurance </li> <li>25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues) </li> <li>Company pension contribution </li> <li>Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits </li> <li>1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community </li> </ul>

Flood Risk Consultant

Cont, Perm, Sal Flood Risk Consultant Birmingham, Coventry, Warwickshire, Wolverhampton Type: Contract, Permanent, Salaried Type: Salaried or Contract Salary: Dependent on experience, skills and location An introduction to our unique company... Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark by working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects or in delivering professional services across the UK. We specialise in secondment services, providing the right people, with the right skills for the job, at the right time. Our diverse client base includes local authorities, consultancies, public bodies and construction companies. We take pride in supporting our colleagues throughout their careers. We're a people-centric organisation, placing mutual respect and dignity in the highest regard. This is reflected in our approach to issues such as mental health and wellbeing, family friendly policies, social value, and net zero. We're a Disability Confident Employer and an accredited Real Living Wage Employer. We have big ambitions for the future, and we'd love for you to be part of it. Your career with Waterman Aspen... You'll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Senior Flood Risk Engineer will see you as a key member of the Water and Environment West team and you can expect: <ul> <li>A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills </li> <li>Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression </li> <li>Further exposure to your chosen industry - increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills </li> <li>The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer</li> <li>Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers</li> <li>Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice </li> <li>Regular social events and volunteering opportunities</li> </ul>Experience required... Essential: <ul> <li>Degree in a related technical field (environmental / civil engineering) or equivalent experience</li> <li>Existing experience of working in Flood Risk Management in the private or public sector (such as the Environment Agency, Lead Local Flood Authorities or Internal Drainage Boards)</li> <li>Awareness of relevant legislation, planning policy, guides and design standards relating to flood risk management and drainage strategies</li> <li>A sound understanding of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and statutory duties relating to surface water drainage</li> <li>Experience of delivering and reviewing Flood Risk Assessments / Flood Consequence Assessments and or Drainage Strategies to supporting planning applications</li> <li>Experience of using or producing strategic flood risk management documents such as Strategic Flood Risk Assessments / Strategic Flood Consequence Assessments, Surface Water Management Plans or Local Flood Risk Management Strategies</li> <li>Experience of flood investigation work such as delivering Section 19 Flood Investigations</li> <li>Experience of stakeholder engagement both internally and externally on projects or responding to customer queries and requests for information</li> <li>Experience of writing technical and non-technical reports</li> </ul>Desirable: <ul> <li>A full UK driving licence</li> <li>Chartered or working towards chartered status</li> <li>Experience of managing and analysing large datasets and GIS / design software (e.g. MapInfo, Arc, QGIS, AutoCAD)</li> <li>Experience of working with outputs from modelling software such as Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, InfoDrainage or Causeway Flow</li> <li>Able to provide drainage and flood risk management advice from a regulatory perspective</li> </ul>You'll get this and so much more... As a salaried colleague, you'll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package: <ul> <li>Company car or car allowance </li> <li>Contribution to commuting mileage </li> <li>Permanent health insurance </li> <li>25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues) </li> <li>Company pension contribution </li> <li>Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits </li> <li>1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community </li> </ul>

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.

Associate / Associate Director - Local Government Flood Risk Management and Sustainable Drainage

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. A little more about your role... We are looking for passionate professionals who have a strong experience working with Lead Local Flood Authorities and have a competent understanding of key legislation and policies such as the Flood and Water Management Act, The Land Drainage Act 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 Senior or Principal 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 some 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>Significantly contributing to delivery of good quality technical deliverables to clients, often as technical reviewer.</li> <li>Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues, overseeing small project teams.</li> <li>Managing workload and project delivery with minimal supervision.</li> <li>Demonstrating positive H&amp;S behaviours and championing this amongst the wider team.</li> <li>Contributing to the planning of tasks/projects providing input to programme, budget, and quality requirements.</li> <li>Engaging positively and professionally with clients and developing trusted advisor role as you grow a network of client contacts, supported by more senior colleagues.</li> <li>Contribute to securing small projects and extensions to existing projects.</li> <li>Develop solutions that address client issues, challenges, and needs in collaboration with project or team leaders.</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 understanding budgets and leading delivery of projects or technical outputs related to flood risk management or sustainable drainage.</li> <li>Understanding of the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, the Land Drainage Act 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>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in supporting and/or mentoring more junior colleagues whilst having the ability to successfully liaise with more senior colleagues when needed.</li> <li>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>Demonstrable experience in technical report writing and checking.</li> <li>Confidence in presenting and leading meetings with team members and clients.</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 is desired for Principal or evidence of working towards chartership for Senior</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.

Principal or Senior Consultant / Engineer: Local Government Flood Risk Management and Sustainable Drainage

About the role We are a team dedicated to reducing flood risk from surface water, watercourse and groundwater sources of local flooding. You will be part of a knowledgeable team acting as Lead Local Flood Authority, who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to reduce flood risk. We are committed to supporting your continual professional development whatever the stage of your career. The post presents an excellent opportunity to develop and expand your existing knowledge, skills and experience within a busy flood risk management environment. We encourage hybrid and flexible working that supports a healthy work-life balance. The role envisages potential for significant home working. What you can expect to be doing: Our priorities include supporting delivery of sustainable flood risk development, investigating flood events, consenting / enforcement activities within watercourses and development of local flood risk management schemes. Collaboration is essential. We are very much community focussed and have achieved good working relationships with vulnerable flood risk communities and other flood risk management authorities. This position partly involves responding to major planning consultations as Statutory Planning Consultee for the management of surface water. You will be undertaking the technical review of flood risk assessments, submitted in support of new development proposals and making recommendations to planning decision makers. This will involve negotiating and influencing solutions in line with policy, standards and best practice. The position also includes investigating flooding incidents and identifying sustainable outcomes to reduce future flood risk. There will also be opportunities to undertake other duties within the team depending on workload pressures. About you: You will ideally have recent experience of evaluating flood risk assessments and the design of surface water drainage systems in support of new development proposals. Consideration will also be given to applicants who have less experience, but a desire to develop in the flood risk management arena. You will have enthusiasm and drive in working with developers, consultants, partner organisations and stakeholders in order to achieve sustainable flood risk reduction outcomes. We are looking for a self-driven motivated person with a passion for supporting flood risk communities in a sustainable manner. Skills considered essential include communication, workload management and ability to assess drainage issues. This post requires significant travel. You must have a vehicle (or transport we deem suitable) available for use as needed. Further Information For an informal conversation or more information please contact Brian Richards, [email protected]. About Us We're passionate about making Dorset a great place to live, work and visit. Working for us should be no exception. At Dorset Council we: <ul> <li>provide more than 450 services to over 300,000 residents</li> <li>have ambitious aspirations</li> <li>are excited about our future</li> <li>care about Dorset and all the people who live here</li> <li>know that all roles make a difference and that our employees are key to our success You will:</li> <li>have access to a range of employee benefits</li> <li>be part of an organisation that supports each other to grow and succeed</li> <li>have access to range of training opportunities which will help with your personal development and career progression</li></ul>We are challenging ourselves to become a more diverse and inclusive organisation. We recognise that recruitment and inclusion of individuals with diverse skills, perspectives and backgrounds will bring real strength to the council and our communities. We have a commitment to equality and welcome applications from everyone. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We offer an interview to everyone who declares a disability and meets the essential criteria for the role. We are keen to make our interviews accessible. Let us know on your job application if you have a disability and need any reasonable adjustments. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications. This means the job title on any attachments may differ from the job title in the advert. We may provide specific information in a context statement if relevant. Find out more about how to apply.

Flood Risk Management Engineer

Job Description Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 37 hours full time Worker Type: Hybrid Worker Salary: Starting Salary is £35,235 (Level one) rising to £37,938 'pro rata for part-time' Location: Hybrid/Loxley House, Nottingham, NG2 3NG We've got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you've been looking for? Read on to find out more... Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best. In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you. * You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here. About the Role The Traffic &amp; Flood Risk Management Service area seeks to deliver an excellent customer focused service in an efficient, effective, and economic manner, with specific focus of the Council's role as the Highway Authority whilst adhering to Corporate, Departmental and Government priorities. The Senior Officer's primary purpose is to support the Flood Risk Management Team to effectively manage, develop and deliver the flooding duties of the City Council. The role is required to manage the investigation of flooding matters, to evaluate options that address and resolve issues and develop assets vital to the continued commercial footing of the Service Area. We are looking for a proactive and efficient individual, who can put citizens and customers first and work with a range of internal and external stakeholders. They must also be organised and have excellent communication skills to ensure that the outputs of the service area are maintained to professional standards. About You The ideal candidate will have: <ul> <li>Be able to implement the duties as required by the Flood Risk Regulations 2009, Flood and Water Management Act 2010 and Land Drainage Act 1991 as they apply to Nottingham City Council.</li> <li>To assist in the development of creative solutions to meet service priorities, to work proactively in a multi-functional transportation / flood mitigation team environment, assisting in securing new funding arrangements through researching and submitting funding bids / applications on behalf of the service and its partners.</li> <li>To support proactive engagement with communities and citizens at risk of flooding to promote improved resilience and self-help measures. </li> <li>To help deliver and maintain the Local Flood Risk Management Strategy in line with the national strategy and local priorities.</li> <li>To liaise with Emergency Planners and the LRF, to ensure an appropriate flood incident management plan and contribute to the effective management of an emergency flooding event.</li> <li>To collate and maintain a register of all drainage assets throughout the City including those assets owned by third parties </li></ul>You can find the job description for this post here At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page. For informal enquiries please contact Callum Smith, by telephone on 0115 8765253 or by email at <a href="mailto:callum.smith@nottinghamcity.gov.uk" target="_blank">callum.smith@nottinghamcity.gov.uk</a> Closing Date: 14th February 2025 Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be held: To be advised If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: <a href="https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home" target="_blank">https://emss.freshdesk.com/support/home</a> By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms &amp; Conditions. About Us Thank you for your interest in working for Nottingham City Council. As one of the largest employers in Nottingham we offer a wide range of roles across a range of services. In return for your skill, drive and commitment to serving the people of Nottingham, we can help you to develop an exciting and rewarding career, with access to the following benefits. In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to: <ul> <li>26 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years' service) + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually </li> <li>Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme offering 17.9%</li> <li>Smart Working - to support your work life balance </li> <li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme</li> <li>Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres, cinema, shopping and much more!</li></ul>Nottingham City Council is committed to recruiting a talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and with different abilities. We recruit for diversity and value difference. We particularly want to hear from you if you are from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic community, identify within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community (LGBT) and if you are Disabled - these groups of people are underrepresented in our workforce, and we'd like to reflect our local population more through our recruitment processes. We are supportive of flexible working arrangements wherever possible and we would encourage you to discuss this with us during the selection process, should this be something you are interested in.

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