Senior/Principal or Associate Consultant- Flood Risk + Drainage
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
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£50,400
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2121 (85% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £50,400, and Antea Group UK is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2152 (Environment professionals, Flood risk management and environmental assessment focus). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2121 Civil engineers Most likely code | £35,200 | £40,300 | £45,300 | £50,400 |
2152 Environment professionals Also possible | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About Antea Group UK
Antea Group is a global environment, health, safety, and sustainability consulting firm. We combine strategic thinking with technical expertise to solve client challenges and create a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable world. We partner with leading companies to address ESG-related business challenges in a way that fits their pace and objectives. Our UK team works closely with sister organisations across Europe, Asia, and Latin America and as a founding member of the Inogen Alliance.
We are seeking a Senior/Principal or an Associate Consultant specialising in Flood Risk and Drainage to join our UK Environmental Planning Practice. The role focuses on leading and delivering Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Drainage Strategies (DS) for planning, Environmental Statement (ES) to support Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) nutrient neutrality, physical climate risk assessments (ESG), and transactional due diligence.
This role reports directly to the Service Line Director in Water Services and is a flexible, nationwide position.
You will work collaboratively with clients, regulators, sub-contractors and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver sustainable water management solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead or manage the delivery of FRA and DS for planning applications.
- Develop and review outline surface water DS aligned with planning and adoption requirements (e.g., LLFA guidance and utility providers).
- Author and quality-assure ES Chapters to support EIA’s for planning applications.
- Support transactional due diligence for land and property acquisitions, focusing on flood, drainage and climate risk.
- Coordinate and oversee sub-consultants for hydraulic modelling and detailed drainage design; provide technical review and assurance.
- Prepare regulatory submissions and engage with authorities (EA, SEPA, NRW, SAB and NIEA).
- Develop technical reports, drawings, and documentation using GIS and CAD tools and industry standard software such as InfoDrainage.
Core Competencies:
- Communication: Clear, timely engagement with clients, regulators, and internal teams.
- Organisation: Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise tasks, and maintain documentation.
- Health & Safety: Vigilance and compliance with site and project safety requirements.
- Technical: Strong understanding of flood risk policy, drainage principles, and ESG considerations.
- Problem Solving: Analytical approach to identifying risks and developing solutions.
- Leadership: Ability to mentor and develop junior staff and foster an inclusive, collaborative culture.
- Trusted Advisor: Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities for added value.
Preferred Experience & Qualifications:
- Degree in Geography, Civil/Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Water Resources or related environmental field.
- Proven experience delivering FRAs, outline DS and Water ES Chapters for planning.
- Understanding of ESG-related climate risk reviews, nutrient neutrality and water quality compliance for development projects.
- Understanding of UK planning system, flood risk policy, and drainage standards.
- Experience managing and coordinating sub-consultants for hydraulic modelling and detailed design.
- Proficiency in GIS and CAD tools for spatial analysis and design.
- Professional membership or working towards chartership (CIWEM or ICE).
- Strong project leadership, financial management and client engagement skills
Desirable
- Understanding of foul water drainage principles and adoption requirements (Section 104) with strategic wastewater planning experience desirable for future growth.
Additional Information:
Our consulting operations in UK are supported by Antea Group USA. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to travel for projects.
Pay & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Company pension scheme.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service, with option to buy additional leave.
- Medical insurance with Vitality (including dental, optical, and hearing benefits).
- Life insurance at 4× salary through UNUM, plus retailer discounts.
- Supported training and professional development opportunities.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Antea Group UK, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Civil engineers (SOC 2121) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~65k in sample- Middle half £38,896–64,792
- Median £48,828
- Going rate £50,400
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £35,200–45,300
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2121 going rate of £50,400. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.