Junior Financial Modeller in London

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World. 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. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Start here. Grow here. “Are you ready to join a team of flood risk specialists and shape the future of the Water Industry?” Our Water team is on the lookout for a passionate Senior 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 will be a senior technical resource that will guide our more junior staff and proactively aim to develop our offering to local authorities, water companies, private and public sector clients.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Developing and checking hydraulic models (using packages such as Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, Mike 11, Mike 21, HEC-RAS and ICM) to assist the design of Flood Alleviation Schemes, deliver Flood Risk Assessments and conduct reservoir flood studies.
• Develop water quality models (which could be physico-chemical, biological, bacterial, or chemical) using industry standard software e.g. MIKE, Delft3D, SIMCAT and/or ICM.
• Conceptualisation and scoping of modelling approaches, with consideration of the risks and opportunities in each.
• Undertaking and checking hydrological assessments including Flood Estimation Handbook, ReFH2 and WINFAP.
• Lead and input into tenders ranging from innovative one-off projects to multimillion pound framework contracts.
• Mentor staff within the team to support their professional development.
• Build relationships with clients and across other technical disciplines.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in legislation and guidelines that may affect our services.
• Use AECOM’s project management systems to deliver high-quality outputs to our clients in line with the agreed programme and budget.
• Work closely with our clients and teams of engineers and technical specialists to help our clients deliver a wide range of fluvial, coastal, surface water or drainage flood risk management projects.

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.

Come grow with us. 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 - and let's not forget about the perks! You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. 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:

• Evidence of significant experience in hydraulic and water quality modelling software (such as Mike, ICM, SIMCAT, Flood Modeller and/or TUFLOW).
• Demonstrable knowledge of Environment Agency requirements in preparing flood models for flood risk assessments.
• Basic understanding of physico-chemical water quality and the associated regulatory standards for fresh waters.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or other relevant discipline.
• Obtained or near to obtaining professional qualification with CIWEM or similar.
• Practical knowledge of scripting programmes such as Python, Anaconda, Ruby would be advantageous.
• 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.

Additional Information

Application Support: 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. At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!