
Head of Water
Bobby Brown is Head of Water at Ridge, leading the growth of the firm’s presence in the water and wider infrastructure sectors.
With over 20 years of experience, Bobby began his career in water and flood & coastal engineering, working on complex infrastructure such as breakwaters, seawalls and dams. He went on to hold senior roles at Black & Veatch and Turner & Townsend, where he led large multidisciplinary teams, built major client accounts, and delivered high-value capital programmes for the Environment Agency, Thames Water and the Pennon Group.
Bobby has a proven track record in securing and delivering long-term frameworks, building high-performing teams, and aligning technical delivery with strategic client goals. He is also a member of British Water and has served on national sector leadership groups.
Bobby is passionate about creating meaningful change in the water sector—offering clients integrated, agile solutions backed by Ridge’s diverse capabilities
We partner with water companies nationwide, building trusted relationships founded on deep sector understanding and proven results. Our track record in strategic investment planning, regulatory compliance, and sustainable infrastructure development has established us as the go-to partner for organisations serious about delivering exceptional outcomes.
Together, we’re shaping a water sector ready for the future. One that maximises investment returns, meets regulatory expectations with confidence, and protects the natural environment for generations ahead.
Long-term value from every investment
We help you make confident, future-focused investment decisions through proven project and programme management, strategic planning, data-led insights and robust feasibility studies. This ensures your capital is targeted for maximum impact, supporting AMP objectives and long-term resilience. Smart investment strategies today become operational excellence tomorrow, delivering sustained value across multiple business cycles.
Future-ready infrastructure for a changing world
We bring together project and programme delivery with engineering, commercial, and sustainability expertise to deliver robust infrastructure that supports communities and safeguards natural systems—now and for generations to come. From strengthening assets to enabling nature-based solutions, our work is built to last. When environmental challenges meet operational demands, we create infrastructure solutions that excel on both fronts.
Regulatory change turned into delivery certainty
We help you anticipate and adapt to regulatory change through strong programme leadership, clear governance and deep policy insight. Our approach manages risk, builds the case for funding and aligns delivery with regulatory requirements — turning regulatory challenges into delivery certainty. Complex regulatory landscapes become navigable pathways to successful delivery and sustained compliance.
Tailored expertise for every challenge
From day-to-day delivery to major capital programmes, we provide the right expertise when and where it’s needed. Our hybrid model combines deep sector knowledge with flexible resourcing — offering tailored solutions from embedded specialists to fixed-price delivery. With multidisciplinary strength and a relentless focus on momentum, we help clients achieve key milestones with confidence.
National expertise, local dedication
Direct access to specialist knowledge across every discipline. Our integrated teams span Cost and Project Management, Commercial Strategy, Engineering and Asset Management, Regulatory Affairs, Environmental and Sustainability Advisory, and Strategic Programme Leadership. Each expert understands water sector nuances and delivers solutions that work in the real world.

