Senior/Principal Hydrologist in Bristol

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AECOM's UK&I Water Resources team provides services to a range of public and private sector clients. The team comprises over 100 Engineers and Consultants nationally, delivering projects of varying scales from planning support to local developers, hydraulic modelling projects to support the Environment Agency, to nationally significant multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects. The Bristol Water Resources team forms one of AECOM’s UK hubs for delivery of hydraulic modelling, delivering a broad range of flood risk and water resources projects across the UK.

We are looking to appoint a Senior/Principal Hydrologist to support the continued growth of the team. You will become a key part of a dynamic, friendly and supportive team located in central Bristol, and will be responsible for leading the technical delivery of flood risk modelling and water management projects across the UK. We envisage that you will use your experience to develop robust technical approaches for delivery of projects, and to take ownership of delivery to ensure projects are completed to a high standard. You will promote the adoption of best practice, through undertaking quality assurance reviews and providing mentorship to support the development of junior members of the team.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Lead and undertake standalone hydrological studies and support 1D-2D hydraulic modelling commissions to assess fluvial and surface water flooding.
• Preparation of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs); Strategic Flood Risk Assessments (SFRAs); surface water drainage strategies incorporating SuDS and environmental statements.
• Undertake quality assurance of technical work within your area of expertise.
• Nurture and develop graduate team members and junior colleagues.
• Manage client relationships, clarifying expectations, success criteria and outcome measures in order to meet their requirements and deliver successful projects.
• Assist with the preparation of bids and proposals for internal and external clients.

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

• Undergraduate degree (2:1 or above) in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Extensive practical experience in the application of hydrological methods, including FEH, ReFH2 and WINFAP for flow estimation.
• Extensive experience in the use of GIS software including QGIS, ArcGIS and MapInfo.
• Extensive experience in production of hydrological estimation reporting deliverables.
• A track record of leading the successful delivery of flood risk and water management projects, including liaison with private/public sector clients and regulators.
• Experience in undertaking Quality Assurance reviews of hydrological estimation and associated reporting.
• Experience in the preparation of tenders/proposals.
• Personable and team focused, with enthusiasm to provide technical mentorship and support to junior team members.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to support the team to deliver projects on time and budget.
• Low flow hydrological methods, including LowFlows 1D and 2D hydraulic modelling techniques within water consulting, including software packages such as Flood Modeller Pro, TUFLOW and InfoWorks ICM.
• M.Sc. / Ph.D in relevant technical areas would be advantageous.
• Chartered with ICE/CIWEM, or working towards Chartership.

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 nuclear industry, we want to hear from you.