Location
Croydon

Hours
Full Time - Flexible hybrid working model

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Join AECOM’s dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Team as an Associate Flood Risk Consultant in the Regulations and Development sector. You will technically lead and manage the production of flood risk consenting related documents for major clients, working within one of our rapidly growing UK offices. Our close-knit team includes consultants, engineers, technicians, hydrologists, hydraulic modellers and project managers, all committed to delivering impactful water projects.

Key responsibilities include leading and verifying the production of flood risk assessments, strategic flood risk assessments, flood risk activity permits, Section 19 reports, and water resource chapters of EIAs. You will lead input into tenders for complex and high-profile projects, including nationally significant infrastructure projects. Building strong relationships with clients and collaborating across technical disciplines will be essential to successfully deliver a wide range of fluvial, coastal, surface water, or drainage flood risk management projects.

You will keep up-to-date with relevant legislation and guidelines, using AECOM’s project management systems to deliver high-quality outputs within agreed programmes and budgets. Additionally, you will mentor staff to support their professional development. For those interested, part-time opportunities exist to take on additional leadership and operational responsibilities within the Water business in England & Wales, helping to drive AECOM’s culture, values, and quality.

Why Join Us
Become part of a dynamic Water business with around 700 experts across the UK and Ireland. Collaborate with top-tier engineers and consultants on projects ranging from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, from concept to completion. Thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued. Enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days, and a flexible hybrid working model to support work-life balance. We welcome discussions about part-time or flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.

Experience
- Significant experience in technically leading teams producing flood risk assessments and/or flood risk activity permits.
- Strong track record of project management following NEC contract principles.
- Experience and understanding of hydraulic modelling as evidence for flood risk assessments/activity permits.
- Experience with FCERM appraisal, water cycle studies, and Water Framework Directive assessments is beneficial but not essential.

About you
You are self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a dynamic, deadline-driven team. You demonstrate a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn, and a passion for innovation and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Professional chartered membership of CIWEM or ICE.