Hydroecologist in Birmingham

Do you have the drive, skills and career potential to work with us as a hydroecologist, influencing environmental outcomes for our freshwater systems at the project level and beyond? We are seeking to further expand our team of freshwater ecologists within AtkinsRéalis’ Water Management Consultancy. If you are looking to join an established team focused on the delivery of interesting and significant projects, framed by a strong culture of wellbeing, innovation and inclusivity, this is the place for you.

Our Water Management Consultancy operates at the interface between people and the water environment. Our key services cover all aspects of water management including aquatic ecology, hydromorphology, river restoration, flood and coastal erosion risk management, integrated catchment management, regulation and assurance, strategic asset management, water resources and water quality planning, hydrogeology and hydrology, climate futures and resilience, coastal and marine environmental management, natural capital and Biodiversity Net Gain assessment and economic appraisal. We have a reputation for technical excellence, innovation and actively shaping the future of our industry.

As a Hydroecologist, you can expect to support delivery of river and wetland hydroecological investigations and the restoration and enhancement of our aquatic systems. Your work will produce tangible improvements within river catchments throughout the UK and overseas. The dynamic and influential relationship between our aquatic ecology team, water resource specialists and our engineering design and planning colleagues provide exceptional opportunities for you to develop your career.

You should have some experience of hydroecological investigation, ideally including application of statistical modelling and the processing and analysis of ecological monitoring / river flow data using hydroecological tools. You should exhibit strong collaborative behaviours to interface with other technical specialists. You will have the chance to develop yourself through opportunities within our increasing portfolio of UK water resource investigations, infrastructure planning and development support, and habitat management and design projects.

Your role includes:

• Supporting water resource investigations through the delivery of hydroecological assessments.
• Developing the application of habitat and biological response models to hydroecological investigation for our key water company and regulatory clients.
• Supporting the development and application of emerging approaches to hydroecological modelling.
• Assisting on the delivery of a wide range of catchment science projects with a focus on river and wetland function, habitat design, management and restoration, hydroecology, ecological impact assessment, Water Framework Directive compliance and Biodiversity Net Gain.
• Maintaining excellent relationships with other professionals (environmental scientists, engineers, planning consultants) throughout AtkinsRéalis.
• Supporting the team with winning work from internal and external clients.
• Developing your technical skills through Continuing Professional Development.

About you:

• A degree in a relevant discipline is essential and a post‑graduate qualification desirable (with focus on hydroecology and/or catchment management).
• Experience of undertaking hydroecology and freshwater ecology assessments focused on freshwater aquatic habitats and species.
• If not already chartered, the right candidate would be willing to work towards securing chartership, with support and mentorship from chartered colleagues within AtkinsRéalis.
• The role requires someone highly numerate, literate and familiar with IT and software appropriate to the tasks undertaken.
• Highly motivated and proactive; focussed on achieving and delivering technical excellence.
• Skilled at collaborative working, with good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively.
• A flexible, ‘hands‑on’, proactive approach to your work.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team and be comfortable applying your skills in a commercial environment.

Rewards & benefits include competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

We’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.