Our client, a medium consulting company with offices across the UK are looking for Principal Flood Risk Consultant to join their growing team in Manchester, England!

What you will need:

* Strong bachelor's degree. An additional higher degree would also be an advantage.

* Well-established consultancy or industry experience in Flood Risk Assessments and SuDS Assessments.

* Substantial experience in undertaking Flood Risk Assessments in accordance with NPPF (and/or TAN 15).

* A good understanding of the workings of the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, and Lead Local Flood Authorities

* Up-to-date knowledge of current planning policies and procedures and how these can be utilised to maximise the level of service offered to our clients whilst gaining required approvals.

* High motivation for this specific opportunity.

* Self-motivated team player with exceptional people skills.

* Ability to work under own initiative while fully co-ordinating with line manager's requirements.

* Excellent communication skills.)

Your responsibilities will include:

* Fee proposals - bid/tender preparation and fee proposals for both existing and new clients.

* Client and regulator liaison - liaison with clients, architects, contractors, and regulatory/statutory authorities. Attendance at both client and regulatory meetings.

* Report writing - writing and reviewing Flood Risk Assessments and SuDS Assessments.

* Business Development - research and business development of potential new clients and development of the Flood Risk and Drainage Team.

* Project Management - Operating across a range of projects; work winning, budgetary control of project finances, liaison with wider team to carry out onsite work, site inspections and progress reporting.

* Mentor and Training - training and development of junior staff. The company also support self-development and staff are encouraged and supported to apply for chartership in their field