Assistant Flood Risk Consultant

Assistant Flood Risk Consultant (Bedford based) Do you want a career with a specialist company that is helping communities prepare for and become more resilient to climate change? If you…

• Have a degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Building Surveying, or similar.
• Want a mixture of site and office-based work throughout the UK.
• Enjoy the challenge of creating bespoke solutions to mitigate the risk of property flooding.
• Would like to work on projects in the built environment with a diverse range of clients.
• Like to work independently but with the support of a close-knit friendly team.
• Are seeking support, training and experience towards a professional qualification. Then why not apply for an Assistant Flood Risk role with RAB? What you will be doing:
• Supporting the delivery of Property Flood Resilience (PFR) projects across the United Kingdom.
• Surveying buildings at risk from flooding to identify routes of water ingress, recommend PFR measures and complete post installation surveys to confirm correct installation of PFR measures.
• Assess flood risk from any source using existing data and conduct appropriate surveys and tests (e.g., photographic surveys, topographic surveys).
• Identify risks arising from installing PFR measures, including build-up of toxic gas from heating appliances and from Radon and landfill sources.
• Write reports with appropriate conclusions and recommendations using plain English.
• Support the production of health & safety and contract documents (specifications, bill of quantities, CDM risk assessments, Pre-Construction Information etc.)
• Deliver projects to specified quality, time, and expenditure, feeding back challenges or opportunities to maximise business.
• Supporting other areas of the business, providing business as usual and post flooding asset inspections for the Environment Agency and Lead Local Flood Authorities. What You Will Need:
• The ability and willingness to travel and work anywhere in the UK.
• Have good personal drive to succeed with a willingness to learn.
• Have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Have strong organisational skills.
• Have a desire to help and be empathetic to individuals and communities affected by flooding.
• Be competent in the use of relevant IT software. 
• We will consider applicants with relevant experience who are seeking a new challenge, full training will be provided. Our Employee Benefits:
• Competitive salaries.
• Hybrid home/office working facilities and flexible hours.
• Structured training through the RAB Academy with support to achieve relevant formal qualifications and professional status (E.g., CIWEM, ICE, RICS)
• Recognition of achievements and career progression opportunities.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing with long service up to 30 days, plus bank holidays.
• Additional social value day to support local communities.
• A friendly and supportive team, open to new ideas and innovation. To Apply: If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to join our growing company, then send a cover letter and CV to: andy.mchugh@rabconsultants.co.uk