Associate Flood Forecasting Modeller in Chesterfield

Are you ready to join a team of flood risk specialists and shape the future of the Water Industry? We’re looking for an Associate to join our growing Water team. You’ll play a senior technical role, leading teams to deliver real‑time flood forecasting projects, while helping to expand our services with the Environment Agency and beyond. Although your primary focus will be on flood forecasting, you’ll also have opportunities to work on wider hydrology and non‑real‑time modelling projects.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Produce and review Flood Forecasting Inception Stage Reports, including assessing the quality of existing models and hydrometric data.
• Develop, calibrate, and check flood forecasting models (e.g. PDM, Flood Modeller).
• Carry out non‑real‑time modelling and hydrological analysis using tools such as Flood Modeller, ICM, HEC‑RAS, MIKE 11, and FEH hydrological methods.
• Produce and review high‑quality technical reports, documenting model build and associated uncertainties.
• Lead and contribute to tenders for key clients.
• Mentor and support team members in their professional development.
• Build strong relationships with clients and colleagues across disciplines.
• Stay up to date with legislation and guidelines relevant to our services.
• Use AECOM’s project management systems to deliver high‑quality outputs on time and within budget.

Become part of our dynamic Water business, which boasts around 600 experts across the UK & Ireland. Collaborate with top‑tier engineers and consultants to deliver a variety of projects from small initiatives to large‑scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a dynamic 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.

Qualifications:

• Significant experience in flood forecasting modelling (Flood Modeller).
• Strong knowledge of Environment Agency requirements, including preparing flood forecasting models compatible with their Incident Management Forecasting Systems.
• Proven ability in applying and calibrating hydrological models in flood forecasting (e.g. Muskingum‑Cunge, Probability Distribution Model).
• Excellent analytical skills, with experience in processing and analysing hydrometric data, including gauge rating reviews.
• A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or another relevant discipline.
• Strong GIS skills (QGIS, ArcGIS and/or MapInfo).
• Practical knowledge of scripting (Python, Anaconda, Ruby, or similar) would be an advantage.
• Self‑motivated with an ability to work autonomously where required, strong commitment, willingness to learn and a desire to work in a dynamic deadline‑driven team environment.

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAdjustments@aecom.com. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. AECOM is 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 ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.