Location
Manchester
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
12/06/2026
Closing date
03/07/2026
Senior Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant
Location: Manchester
Salary: £48,000 - £58,000
Ready to take greater ownership of modelling and flood risk delivery? This Senior Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant opportunity in Manchester offers progression, technical depth and team influence within a growing consultancy.
A well-established environmental consultancy is strengthening its regional water capability across development and infrastructure schemes. As a Senior Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant, you will deliver Flood Risk Assessments, hydrological analysis and hydraulic modelling while supporting junior colleagues and contributing to regional growth.
The Senior Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant will prepare detailed reports, build and run hydraulic models and liaise with regulators and clients. This Senior Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant role combines hands-on technical delivery with mentoring and commercial awareness.
Key responsibilities
* Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and modelling reports
* Undertake hydrological analysis using FEH, ReFH2 and WINFAP
* Build hydraulic models using HEC RAS, TUFLOW or Flood Modeller
* Liaise with regulators, authorities and clients
* Support project planning and mentor junior staff
Candidate requirements
* Solid experience in flood risk and hydraulic modelling
* Strong capability with hydrology and modelling software
* Excellent report writing and communication skills
* Experience working across multidisciplinary teams
* Degree in a relevant environmental or engineering discipline
Why apply
This Senior Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant role offers structured progression and regional project exposure. The salary for this Senior Flood Risk and Hydraulic Modelling Consultant position is £48,000 - £58,000, alongside flexible working and professional development support.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.