Location
St Albans

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 within the Regulations and Development sector. You will technically lead and manage the production of flood risk consenting related documents for major clients. Working from one of our rapidly growing UK offices, you will benefit from a flexible hybrid working model that supports work-life balance. Our close-knit team includes consultants, engineers, technicians, hydrologists, hydraulic modellers and project managers, all committed to professional development through secondments, site assignments, and targeted training.

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 Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs).
- Providing expert input into tenders for complex, high-profile projects including nationally significant infrastructure projects.
- Building strong relationships with clients and collaborating across technical disciplines to deliver a wide range of fluvial, coastal, surface water, or drainage flood risk management projects.
- Staying current with legislation and guidelines affecting flood risk services and using AECOM’s project management systems to deliver high-quality outputs on time and within budget.
- Mentoring team members to support their professional growth.

For candidates interested in leadership development, part-time opportunities to take on additional team responsibilities are available, including managing and developing teams within the Water business in England & Wales and promoting AECOM’s culture, values, and quality standards. Please indicate your interest in such roles in your application.

At AECOM, you will thrive in an inclusive, forward-thinking environment with access to career development, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days, and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and lifestyle.

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

About you
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a dynamic, deadline-driven team.
- Strong commitment, willingness to learn, and passion for innovation.
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
- Interest in leadership and operational responsibilities is a plus.

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