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Principal Flood Risk Consultant / Engineer – Egis UK
Catchment Management | Flood Risk Assessment and Management | Sustainable Infrastructure/ Non-infrastructure
Shape the Future of Water Infrastructure with Egis
London | Bristol | Manchester (Hybrid)
Flood Risk Management | UK‑Wide Impact | High‑Growth Environment
Egis is a global consulting, engineering, and operations firm delivering intelligent and sustainable infrastructure solutions across more than 70 countries. With 23,500 employees worldwide, we support clients in designing and delivering projects that respond to the climate emergency, protect the environment and enhance the resilience of communities. In the UK, we deliver some of the most ambitious and environmentally significant infrastructure, energy, water and development projects.
As climate change, urbanisation and evolving regulatory requirements continue to drive demand for resilient infrastructure and development, Egis is expanding its Flood Risk capability across the UK. This is an opportunity to become a key member of our UK Water team, helping to drive its growth while advancing nature-based solutions, innovation and resilience in flood risk assessment and management.
Join a dynamic, agile environment with career progression, where your expertise is highly visible, and your contribution makes an immediate difference.
About the Role
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Principal Flood Risk Consultant/Engineer who will play a leading role in the delivery of flood risk assessment and management solutions, hydraulic modelling and sustainable drainage projects for major development, regeneration and infrastructure schemes. Working within a multidisciplinary team of engineers and environmental specialists, you will help clients navigate complex flood risk challenges while delivering sustainable and innovative solutions.
You will also contribute to the growth of our Flood Risk business by identifying opportunities with existing and new clients, helping to shape our service offering, and supporting the development of key markets across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Take a lead role in growing and diversifying the portfolio of flood risk services offered by Egis: e.g. strategic advice and due diligence, assessment and quantification of flood risk, flood mitigation measures, flood defence and resilience, hydraulic modelling etc.
Lead and deliver Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) in support of infrastructure, residential and mixed-use developments. Embed mitigation and resilience in the design process, through engagement with the designers, regulators and key stakeholders while satisfying planning and regulatory requirements.
Liaise with clients, Local Planning Authorities, Lead Local Flood Authorities, the Environment Agency and other stakeholders.
Support business development opportunities through market analysis, client engagement, tender submissions, and proposal preparation.
What do we need from you
BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Management, Geography or a related discipline.
Experience developing and using industry-standard software such as Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, Infoworks ICM, or similar platforms.
Please note that you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
What's in it for you?
What’s in It for You?
- An exciting new growth role in a fast‑organic growing UK business, offering clear and accelerated career progression
- Top Employers 2025 - Egis recognised across four continents for excellence in HR practices, having been awarded the prestigious Top Employer 2025 certification. Top Employers Institute is the global authority on recognising excellence in people practices.
- A global leader in green infrastructure - we’re proud to lead the way in sustainable infrastructure, mobility and energy, innovating across the entire value chain and every aspect of the built environment.
- Highly competitive reward package
- Hybrid and flexible working
- 26+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Professional development, chartership support & global mobility
- Supportive, inclusive culture driven by sustainability and long‑term community impact
Ready to Lead?
Join Egis and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of sustainable water infrastructure across the UK.We are committed to our planet
In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.
Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.
