Flood Modeller in Chesterfield

Protect lives and landscapes with AECOM - deliver expert flood risk solutions that safeguard communities and infrastructure. At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our Water team is on the lookout for a passionate Flood Modeller to join our dynamic and rapidly growing Water Business Line. This is your chance to help deliver high profile, influential projects across the UK and even further afield while working at the heart of one of the UK’s most ambitious and connected northern engineering hubs. In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping resilient, future proof solutions for communities, infrastructure and the environment.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Undertake a range of technical and administrative tasks of limited to moderate complexity related to groundwater investigations and hydrological studies.
• Contribute to assignments spanning the wider field of hydrology and related disciplines, working to defined project terms with regular guidance and review from senior professionals.
• Analyse hydrological and environmental data, developing models and preparing clear, concise technical reports.
• Monitor and interpret data to assess the impacts of upstream activities, ensuring compliance with relevant permits and regulatory requirements.

If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives.

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:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Water Resources, or a related discipline.
• Experience in hydraulic and hydrological modelling (e.g., HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, MIKE FLOOD, InfoWorks ICM).
• Strong understanding of flood risk assessment, drainage, and river processes.
• Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS or QGIS).
• Experience analysing large datasets and preparing technical reports.
• Knowledge of relevant flood risk regulations, planning policy, and environmental standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage tasks effectively and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

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 dynamic deadline driven team environment.

At AECOM, we believe in creating a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions. If you share our vision and are ready to make a difference in the water industry, we want to hear from you.

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.