Simon Ainley

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ABOUT SIMON AINLEY

I am a skilled and experienced chartered professional in the water sector with expertise in sustainable drainage infrastructure, hydraulic modelling, flood risk assessment, urban drainage systems, strategic infrastructure planning, geospatial analysis, and project management. I have a 16-year track record of working with UK risk management authorities, transport infrastructure clients, and major international clients, such as Thames Water, HS2, and the Hong Kong MTR corporation.With a deep understanding of the legislative, regulative, operational, and funding environment in the UK water management sector, I\'m able to navigate complex multi-disciplinary project requirements and objectives. I can efficiently plans and deliver programmes of work, leveraging me effective interpersonal skills and planning approach to ensure project delivery to the highest quality. My dedication to making a positive impact in his field sets me apart, and I continuously strive to stay ahead of the curve by exploring innovative hydraulic modelling approaches and developing better tools to improve collaboration and information sharing.My passion and drive to champion sustainable solutions for enhancing the resilience of our urban landscapes to climate change and urban growth has afforded me the opportunity to lead several significant sustainable drainage retrofit strategies, including the London Strategic SuDS Pilot project. I\'m proud that this project won the Flood and Coastal Excellence award for surface water management in 2021.