Associate / Technical Director Flood Risk Modelling Lead in Basingstoke

Responsibilities

• Lead and support flood risk modelling projects across national and international engagements.
• Work with our dedicated project teams nationally to provide technical direction in the delivery of complex and challenging projects.
• Technically lead or verify hydraulic modelling projects which assist the design of flood alleviation schemes, flood risk assessments or the Environment Agency’s flood maps.
• Technically review or verify technical reports documenting model build and uncertainties in the model build process.
• Lead and input into proposals ranging from innovative one-off projects to large framework contracts.
• Mentor staff within the team to support their professional development.
• Build relationships externally with clients and with other internal technical disciplines.
• Keep up-to-date with policy and technical developments and guidelines, share them with the team and identify and implement adaptations to our services.
• Deliver thought leadership and represent AECOM at conferences to showcase our expertise.
• Drive innovation within the team to deliver our projects efficiently and right first-time, including the development and enablement of AI solutions.
• Be an active member of our global community of hydraulic modellers.

You will also be self-motivated with an ability to work both autonomously where required, with a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a fluid deadline-driven team environment.

Qualifications

• Evidence of significant experience (more than 15 years) in hydraulic and modelling software (such as Flood Modeller, InfoWorks ICM and/or TUFLOW).
• Deep understanding of Environment Agency requirements in preparing flood models for flood risk assessments and scheme design.
• An established presence and network in the industry demonstrated through active engagement activities on LinkedIn and/or presentations.
• Understanding of hydrological assessments using FEH and REFH2.
• Strong leadership and communicative skills with the ability to develop and maintain working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or other relevant discipline.
• Chartered member of ICE or CIWEM.
• Strong GIS skills using QGIS, ArcGIS and/or MapInfo.
• Experience of Flood Forecasting modelling would be advantageous.
• Practical knowledge of scripting programmes such as Python, Anaconda, Ruby would also be advantageous.

Benefits

• Be part of a team that tackles challenging and impactful water projects.
• Work alongside industry-leading professionals and thought leaders.
• Engage in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Enjoy the flexibility to work in a way that fits your lifestyle while supporting a healthy work-life balance.

All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address [email protected] if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.