Senior Wastewater Modeller in Manchester

Shape the future of water with AECOM — lead advanced wastewater modelling that drives sustainable infrastructure and lasting environmental impact. 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.

Join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Team as a Senior Wastewater Hydraulic Modeller. You can be based in one of our UK or Ireland offices whilst also taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model. You will be a key player in delivering impactful water projects across the UK and internationally. We enable the development of significant flood alleviation schemes, pollution reduction, and infrastructure projects, and this variety will be fundamental to your continuous professional growth.

A unique aspect of our approach is that our modelling team is fully integrated with the wider project teams, ensuring that our modellers work closely alongside experts in other areas to develop comprehensive solutions. As an industry leader in Blue-Green infrastructure and nature-based solutions, we work with both public and private sector clients such as Severn Trent, Anglian Water, Northern Ireland Water, the Environment Agency, LLFAs and other infrastructure providers.

We deliver Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, Outline Business Cases, hydraulic models, and detailed designs. We shape industry standards by advising and developing guidance that benchmarks best practices, keeping AECOM at the forefront of the water industry. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to support a talented, diverse team committed to innovation, collaboration, and efficiency.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Deliver: Build hydraulic models and perform verification of sewer networks; run integrated model development, support with the scoping and planning of projects including flow survey verification, and development of catchment scale strategic solutions for flooding and pollution risks.
• Expertise: Deliver technical innovation including application of new technologies; problem solve for our clients and develop scopes and tender responses.
• Documentation: Prepare and deliver technical reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate modelling findings effectively using strong communication skills.
• Lead: Mentor and support other team members as part of their professional development and foster positive client relationships.
• Quality: Act as a checker of hydraulic models, calculations and technical reports, to ensure a quality team delivery, and compliance with modelling specifications.

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.

Become part of our dynamic Water business, which boasts around 700 experts across the UK & Ireland. Collaborate with top-tier engineers and consultants to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion. At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

Take advantage of career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days and our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle. We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are different, so we’re happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements that suit you.

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 Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• A bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, GIS, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a similar subject.
• Experience in Hydraulic Modelling GIS or Data Analysis, in particular ArcGIS or MapInfo.
• Knowledge of Hydraulic Modelling or Asset management, in particular Innovyze ICM or InfoAsset.

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.

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.