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Principal Consultant- Flood Risk Management

United Kingdom

Overview

Create places and spaces that matter

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's'a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote work is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what's'ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back to work with us.

Bring your flood risk management skills to the mix as a Senior or Principal. You'll play a vital role, collaborating with clients and design teams around the UK, sitting within our Water Management Consultancy practice. Lead flood risk management across our projects in the Aviation, Defense, Energy, Cities & Development, Education, Rail, and Water sectors. We're big on expertise but not on hierarchy. So, we'll trust you with more responsibility faster, supporting your career to the next level.

Your role

  • You will be primarily involved in technical work and supporting the junior staff with Data analysis, Hydraulic modelling, Hydrology, GIS, Technical reporting.
  • You will ensure quality assurance for technical deliverables by checking the work of your junior staff, both mentoring and guiding them in the application of flood risk management.
  • Also be responsible for developing and testing concepts for project solutions - flood mitigation - of having your team test and prove these.
  • Contribute to the continued development of the Flood Risk Team through active involvement in the technical network.
  • You will involve managing and supervising junior resources.
  • Support project managers and directors by following project procedures, including financial and change control.
  • Actively progress a suite of projects under your control.
  • Work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with environmental scientists, engineers, and planners, and provide a consistent service to clients, and you will be managing your workload and overseeing that of others.
  • Be asked to help support business development activities, including tendering for projects and client/stakeholder engagement.
  • You will develop and agree on the scope of services, costs, and resources.
Water Engineering

Location

United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-141107

Salary range

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About you

  • You should have experience in delivering flood risk projects with a focus on hydraulic modelling, and the confidence to lead technical work as well as mentor junior team members in developing their skills.
  • You will be able to build strong relationships with our clients with a high degree of collaboration.
  • Working skills to ensure we get the best from our working relationships with client teams.
  • Extensive experience in flood risk analysis for strategy, planning, development, or design, with demonstrated project delivery and meeting client requirements.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in 1D-2D modelling using tools like Infoworks ICM, Flood Modeller, TUFLOW/ESTRY. GIS with ArcGIS, MapInfo, or QGIS. Hydrological Assessment is desirable experience with FEH hydrological assessment and UK hydrology.
  • Leadership: Some experience in developing and leading technical teams.
  • Management: Some experience in managing your own workload and that of others.
  • Support: Experience of supporting junior staff - guiding and training them for a career in flood risk management.
  • Decision-Making: Ability to make robust decisions based on available information. We expect you to be checking and reviewing work of others that this grade – so fully competent and able to work unsupported in your technical field.
  • Be motivated: You should be self-driven and committed to achieving technical excellence.
  • Be collaborative: Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication are essential for collaborative work. You must have a strong desire to learn, work with others.
  • Be curious and adaptable: You should have a strong desire to learn and innovate across various challenges, be able to develop new approaches to a wide range of problems, as well as take on new challenges and learn new skills.
  • Have good organizational abilities: You should be well-organized and capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Have good attention to detail: A desire to consistently work to high standards is crucial.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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