At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead water quality investigations and develop innovative solutions for clients.
- Company: Join a successful team in a leading environmental consultancy.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, diverse workplace, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work from various UK locations and be part of a diverse team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on water quality and sustainability while collaborating with experts.
- Qualifications: Degree in environmental science and experience in water quality modelling.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
You will be joining an established and successful team, working with our water quality Technical Authority to coordinate and deliver water quality investigations. You will work closely with our clients to develop trusted relationships, supporting them in a confident, professional manner. You will champion high standards of performance, influence project development and deliver sustainable outcomes.
You will undertake your own work to an excellent standard, review the work of others, and lead on projects and frameworks as appropriate. You will develop innovative industry‑leading approaches in new technical areas and in data‑poor environments to support clients in decision‑making. You will lead on bid preparation and develop new areas of business for the team.
You will have a degree or higher in an environmental or science subject; you will ideally be chartered. You will have industry‑leading experience in water quality modelling, for example in water quality modelling, emerging substances or catchment science. You will have expert knowledge of environmental water quality regulation; for example, the Water Framework Directive, Bathing Water Directive, Storm Overflow Assessment Framework (SOAF) and the Urban Waste Water Treatment Regulations (UWWTR).
You will be highly self‑motivated, possess strong enthusiasm, commit to delivering sustainable outcomes and be focused on delivering technical excellence. You will inspire others in a team. A skilled collaborative worker, you will have great interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively with different teams, clients and stakeholders. You will be well‑organised, able to plan ahead and deal with multiple projects running in parallel.
The position is available as either full‑time or part‑time and can be based in any of our office locations. Our largest team presences are in Birmingham, Bristol, Derby, Edinburgh, Epsom, Glasgow, Oxford, Peterborough, Swansea and Manchester, but we have offices in many other locations across the UK where you could be based.
We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
Associate Director - Water Quality Scientist in Bristol employer: AtkinsRéalis
Join a forward-thinking company that prioritises innovation and sustainability in water quality management. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to diverse growth opportunities and the chance to work alongside industry leaders in a collaborative and inclusive environment. Our flexible working arrangements and multiple office locations across the UK ensure that you can achieve a healthy work-life balance while making a meaningful impact in your field.
