Flood Risk Engineer - Part Time - Fully Remote

Strata Consulting · Burgess Hill, West Sussex

Flood Risk Engineer - Part Time - Fully Remote at Strata Consulting, based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, paying £38.00 - £44.00 per hour. This is a part-time role with remote working.

Salary
£38.00 - £44.00 per hour
Location
Burgess Hill, West Sussex · Remote
Contract
Part-time
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
5 Nov 2026
Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing

About 57% above the going rate for engineering & manufacturing

Reference 1233

About the role

Location: Fully Remote – UK Wide
Hours: 20 Hours Per Week
Sector: Flood Risk | Drainage | Civil Engineering
Projects: Predominantly Residential Developments

The Opportunity

An established engineering design consultancy is seeking an experienced Flood Risk Engineer to support its growing workload, predominantly across residential development projects.

This is a fully remote, part-time opportunity (20 hours per week) for someone who can hit the ground running, independently delivering Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and Planning Drainage Strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) for planning applications.

  • Produce foul and surface water drainage strategies, predominantly for residential developments.

  • Develop sustainable drainage (SuDS) solutions.

  • Prepare technical reports and supporting planning documentation.

  • Ensure compliance with the latest NPPF and National SuDS Standards.

  • Liaise with clients, local authorities and Lead Local Flood Authorities (LLFAs).

Experience Required

  • Proven experience producing Flood Risk Assessments and Planning Drainage Strategies within a UK design consultancy.

  • Strong knowledge of the latest NPPF and National SuDS Standards.

  • Experience working on residential development projects.

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Strong technical report-writing skills.

Software Requirements:

  • AutoCAD – Essential

  • Causeway Flow and Site 3D – Highly Desirable

  • Experience with MicroDrainage or InfoDrainage considered as an alternative to Causeway Flow.

What's on Offer?

  • Fully Remote Working – UK Wide

  • 20 Hours Per Week – Part-Time

  • Flexible working arrangements.

  • Varied residential development projects.

  • Opportunity to work with an established engineering design consultancy.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Flood Risk Engineer or Drainage Engineer looking for flexible, part-time work, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Reference: 1233 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 5 Nov 2026 · Listed via Strata Consulting

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