Senior Water Consultant

At BWB Consulting, we’re more than engineers – we’re trusted partners, innovators, and problem-solvers. Recognised as ACE Best Large Consultancy of the Year 2022 and proudly accredited with Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing, our award-winning culture is built on excellence, collaboration, and sustainability. We push boundaries to deliver exceptional results for our clients – and create meaningful impact for the communities we serve.

At BWB, we’re looking for a Senior Water Consultant to join our Manchester team on an interim basis until May 2027.

You’ll bring your hydrology, hydraulic modelling and flood risk expertise to a varied portfolio, working with private developers and public bodies on projects ranging from individual sites to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs).

This is an opportunity to apply your technical skills to practical challenges, collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and develop solutions that balance development ambitions with environmental needs.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll support the delivery of hydrological assessments, hydraulic modelling and flood risk assessments, providing clear analysis and advice throughout the project lifecycle.

Your role will include:

• Contributing to Environmental Statements and associated planning documentation.

• Developing and assessing practical solutions to flood risk challenges, including flood alleviation options and watercourse diversions.

• Preparing clear, accurate technical reports to inform planning, design and construction.

• Working closely with clients, multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to deliver coordinated project outcomes.

• Supporting delivery against programme, budget and quality requirements.

• Sharing your knowledge and supporting the development of junior colleagues.

What you’ll bring

You’ll combine strong technical skills with a collaborative approach and the ability to explain your findings clearly to colleagues, clients and stakeholders.

We’re looking for:

• A good understanding of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and UK flood risk and drainage policy.

• Experience using hydraulic modelling software such as Flood Modeller Pro and TUFLOW.

• Experience in hydrological analysis using Flood Estimation Handbook methodologies and tools such as ReFH2 and WINFAP.

• Experience supporting project delivery, with an understanding of programme, budget and quality expectations.

• Competence in GIS software, such as QGIS, and Microsoft Office.

• Good communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.

• A willingness to share expertise and support junior team members.

Experience with InfoWorks ICM, Environmental Statement chapters, the Water Framework Directive, drainage strategies and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) would be beneficial. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Causeway Flow would also be an advantage.

Ready to put your water expertise to work on a varied project portfolio? We’d love to hear from you.

What we offer

• Inclusive Culture – Bring your authentic self to work every day.

• Competitive Rewards – Salary, 5% pension match, life assurance, and long-service recognition.

• Time Off & Flexibility – 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28), option to buy more, hybrid working (3 days office), and flexible core hours.

• Health & Wellbeing – Westfield Health, healthcare cash plan, Cycle to Work scheme, wellbeing initiatives.

• Growth & Development – Fully funded training, Chartership support, and paid professional subscriptions.

• Community & Connection – Volunteering days, social events, discounts, and savings.

Accessibility & Adjustments

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be your best - please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed.