Associate Director – Flood Risk & Drainage

Are you an ambitious and commercially minded Flood Risk Consultant looking to take the next step in your career?

I'm partnering with a well-regarded development consultancy to appoint an Associate who will build and lead a new flood risk service line within an established, growing business.

This is more than a delivery role – it's a genuine opportunity to shape a specialist offering, influence strategy and create long-term value. You'll step into a consultancy with a strong pipeline of developer and property clients, where workload will be generated through supported cross-selling into existing relationships. The platform is there – they want someone who can take ownership and run with it.

The Opportunity

Establish and grow a flood risk capability within a respected multidisciplinary development consultancy
Deliver Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategies and technical advice across a diverse project portfolio
Work closely with planning, development and technical teams to embed flood risk expertise across schemes
Convert opportunities from an established client base with full internal support
Play a key role in shaping future team structure, standards and service directionWhat They're Looking For

Strong technical background in flood risk, drainage or hydraulic modelling within the development sector
Commercial awareness and experience supporting business growth or service development
Confidence engaging clients and advising project teams
Motivation to build, lead and scale a specialist service within a collaborative environmentWhy This Role Stands Out

A rare chance to create and grow a service line with real backing
Access to an existing client base and cross-selling support from senior leadership
Performance-related bonuses linked directly to work won and the growth of the service line
Flexible working and choice of office location
Clear progression aligned to the consultancy's continued growthIf you're ready to take ownership of something meaningful – and be rewarded for building it – I'd be happy to share more detail confidentially.

Please get in touch today with our Property and Housing Specialist Jonathan Kirby on (phone number removed) for more details on opportunities available, or apply below with your CV.

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