At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead hydrological projects and manage technical delivery in a dynamic team.
- Company: Join Pick Everard, an award-winning consultancy focused on sustainable development.
- Benefits: Enjoy agile working, 26 days leave, private healthcare, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a commitment to equal opportunities and employee wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable communities while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong background in hydrology and experience with flood assessments and modelling software.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Our Opportunity
Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Do you want to work on a variety of projects within an award-winning multi-disciplinary construction and property consultancy? Are you seeking a company that supports your wellbeing, growth, and career progression? We're looking to appoint a Principal Hydrologist to join our Water Civil Engineering team. The Principal Hydrologist will act as the conduit between the wider team and Associates/Associate Directors. You'll take ownership and lead on projects, checking the work of your team and managing delivery of technical and commercial work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Undertake hydrological and flood hydraulic simulations and provision of model outputs and analysis, acting as the point of contact in directing others to do so.
- Use FEH and other standard methodologies to support engineering design, river engineering, restoration/habitat improvement, flood alleviation schemes and hydrological/hydraulic design on projects from pre-planning stage all the way through to construction detail.
- Run and supervise Flood Risk Assessments, bespoke hydrological assessments, drainage design and strategy, and hydraulic modelling using Flood Modeller Pro, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, WINFAP 5, ReFH 2, Low flows 2 or similar software.
- Act as a technical lead in supporting the Flood Risk and Hydrology Team in all aspects relating to the use or output of our software portfolio and provide advanced modelling and content creation support, as well as responding to specific scope and deliverable requirements from clients.
- Support and direct others in the analysis of data and data sets to define trends, correlations and anomalies using appropriate technologies and software.
- Maintain your Continuing Professional Development (CDP) plan of training in accordance with Institutional requirements, which will keep you up to date with technical advances and benefit you and Pick Everard.
About You
Our ideal Principal Hydrologist will have:
- Strong scientific and engineering knowledge in relation to hydrology.
- Experience in flood hydrology using FEH and other standard methodologies to support engineering design, river engineering, restoration/habitat improvement, flood alleviation schemes and surface water design on projects from pre-planning stage all the way through to construction detail.
- Experience in managing bespoke hydrological assessments, drainage design and strategy, as well as hydraulic modelling using Flood Modeller Pro, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, or similar software.
- Experience in designing and supervising hydrological surveys and designing solutions.
- Experience of managing large multi-disciplinary projects.
- Good knowledge and understanding of land development, the planning process, national planning policy and UK legislation.
- Strong CAD experience and GIS skills using Arc, MapInfo or QGIS.
- Demonstrable Project and Financial Management experience/skills.
About Us
Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history, we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better. We're committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued.
You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect:
- Agile working.
- Career and Professional Development.
- 26 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days' additional leave.
- Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.
- Stakeholder pension.
- Employee Discount Scheme.
- Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.
Equal Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
Accessibility
We're committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at careers@pickeverard.
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