Flood Projects Officer (Natural Flood Management) in Buckinghamshire

Job Overview

The Flood Projects Officer (NFM) leads the delivery of Natural Flood Management projects across Buckinghamshire. This 12‑month secondment or fixed‑term contract focuses on strategic flood resilience projects that benefit communities, wildlife and the wider environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and project‑manage flood‑risk management nature‑based solution schemes, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Produce and maintain essential project documentation including briefs, procurement specifications, supplier contracts, risk registers and financial plans.
• Support the development of a county‑wide strategic approach to NFM and contribute to a pipeline of future projects aligned to risk management and environmental programmes.
• Work with the Environment Agency, water companies and other stakeholders to identify opportunities and develop business cases to secure funding.
• Manage procurement processes, commission contractors and consultants, and oversee contract performance.
• Monitor project budgets, report on expenditure, and elevate issues where required.
• Coordinate internal and external partners, providing specialist advice on NFM, delivery and funding requirements.
• Lead communications for assigned projects, ensuring effective engagement with councillors, partners and local communities.
• Maintain lessons learned, ensure compliance with Health & Safety and CDM regulations and uphold professional standards across all project work.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant experience and technical skills in nature‑based solutions and project management.
• Understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Lead Local Flood Authority and knowledge of relevant legislation and policies.
• Good understanding of the various flood‑risk mechanisms.
• Understanding of public procurement policies.
• Excellent planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage and prioritise work to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience of building and maintaining relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
• Experience of budget and contract management.
• Ability to provide authoritative specialist advice under pressure.
• A degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.

Equal Opportunities & EEO

This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions and/or convictions. The Council is committed to a fair and inclusive culture and promotes equality, fairness and diversity.

Benefits

Employees enjoy a good work‑life balance with flexible working arrangements, employee assistance programmes, pension scheme, discounts on retail and travel, and access to health and wellbeing initiatives.