Claire Burroughs

Technical Director

Who is Claire?

Claire is a Civil / Environmental Engineer and Technical Director with over 15 years’ experience in flood risk and sustainable drainage. She joined Create in May 2023 as an Associate Director and has since progressed to her current role, where she leads our Water & Flood Risk team.

Prior to joining Create, Claire worked for Water Environment Limited and, before that, spent time at AECOM. She began her career in engineering consultancy in 2012.

What Claire brings to our team?

Claire brings extensive technical knowledge and leadership to the team. She is highly experienced in developing flood risk strategies, sustainable drainage solutions, and mitigation measures, ensuring schemes are both compliant and commercially viable.

Her expertise includes the preparation of flood evacuation plans, floodplain compensation schemes, and foul drainage strategies. She is also proficient in industry software including Site 3D, Flood Modeller, HEC-RAS, and MicroDrainage.

Outside of work

Claire enjoys galivanting to new countries and is often found flying down mountains on her skis. When she’s in London, you’ll find her with friends, exploring art galleries or watching London Lions basketball.

Key Events

  • May 2023– Joined as Associate Director
  • September 2025 – Promoted to Technical Director
Claire Burroughs, consultant at Create Consulting Engineers, a multidisciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy based in Glasgow, London, and Norwich.

Qualifications

  • MEng (Hons) Civil Engineering
  • MSc DIC Environmental Engineering

Professional Associations

  • Member of the Institution of Water and Environmental Management, MCIWEM
  • Graduate Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers, GMICE