Senior Water Resources Consultant

Are you ready to take your consultancy career to the next level?

At Envireau, we are known for doing things differently. Recognised as one of the go-to water consultants for leading UK businesses, we love a complex challenge, and we excel at finding new ways to solve problems. Our clients certainly value our expertise, but we are told they love working with us too. Relationships really matter to us, whether that is a client or with our own teams.

The formula is working and we are keen to add to our team at all levels.

We are part of the RSK Group, a global network of over 200 environmental, engineering, and technical services businesses. This gives us the backing of a successful multinational while retaining our operational autonomy and the strength of our well-established brand. Our success is built on the knowledge, expertise, and determination of our dynamic team.

Working across six key sectors, our water scientists and engineers take a practical, tailored approach to every client’s water management challenge. This commitment has built long-term, productive client partnerships across the industry, which we continue to strengthen.

Following an exciting year of growth across both our team and office locations, including establishing a presence in Bristol, we are seeking a Senior Water Resources Consultant to join our dedicated water resources team, across any of our five office locations, UK-wide.

You will join a technically excellent, diverse, hardworking, and agile team of professionals, where your achievements are celebrated, and your professional development encouraged. You will be expected to support our Team to deliver technical and regulatory solutions for our diverse client base. Your role will include:

• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting hydrological and hydrogeological data from a wide range of sources.
• Combining field investigations and office-based analysis.
• Preparing high quality technical reports and assessments related to the regulation and management of surface water and groundwater.
• Supporting regulatory submissions and help clients navigate permitting frameworks.
• Managing projects, programmes of work, and client relationships.
• Communicating effectively with clients, stakeholders, and regulators
• Collaborate with principal staff members on project management and technical guidance
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff members.

We are looking for a candidate with:

• A postgraduate degree level qualification in Water and Environmental Management, Hydrogeology, Hydrology, or similar
• At least 4 years demonstratable practical and technical experience
• Experience of UK water resources and permitting legislation
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite and ArcGIS
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex technical data and communicate it clearly
• Ambitious and enthusiastic, and a confident verbal and written communicator
• A self-starter, with a flexible and adaptable approach to work, with imaginative and practical problem-solving skills
• Confidence and aptitude to work in both office and fieldwork environments
• Superb team working and project management skills
• A passion for building great relationships with colleagues, clients, and regulators
• A valid full UK driving licence

• A positive, self-starting and flexible attitude with a real interest in learning and growth
• A desire to get stuck in quickly and apply expertise in a pragmatic way
• A passion for building great relationships with colleagues and clients alike

• Competitive salary of £38,000+, depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time contract (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
• Hybrid working with flexible start and finish times, and family-friendly arrangements
• Performance-based individual bonus scheme
• 35 days’ annual leave including bank holidays, plus an annual leave purchase scheme
• Private medical insurance, including dental and optical benefits
• Discounted gym memberships
• Income protection and life cover
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
• Volunteering opportunities and team away days
• Retirement and mortgage advice

This is your chance to join, lead, and influence a skilled team, and play a key role in a consultancy committed to excellence. Our clients love working with us for our regulatory tenacity and collaborative approach, and we’re sure you will too.

What would make you a great fit for us? Apply to join our team today!