Overview
In this role, you will lead hydrological analysis and support hydraulic modelling for flood risk and infrastructure projects. You’ll collaborate with clients and regulators to deliver sustainable water-focused solutions within a multidisciplinary team. You’ll work on urban and rural flood risk, nature-based solutions, and river restoration, contributing to transformative water management efforts. The position offers flexible arrangements and opportunities to grow within a dynamic, collaborative environment that values societal impact.
Pay / Benefits
- flexible working models
- career development opportunities
- support on career path
- ambitious and collaborative culture
- dynamic workplace
- opportunities across multiple markets
Responsibilities
- Deliver hydrological analysis and defend approaches with clients and regulators
- Lead flood frequency analysis using FEH methods and hydro-modelling tools (e.g., ReFH2, WINFAP)
- Develop low-flow studies and drought assessments including LowFlows2 applications
- Analyse hydrometric data and derive flow regimes for weir removal, fish passage, and river restoration
- Apply NFM and nature-based solutions concepts to modelling studies
- Utilise GIS (QGIS/ArcGIS) for data handling and presentation
- Provide specialist hydrological input for Flood Risk Assessments and UK flood risk policy
- Manage project proposals, resources, subcontractors, and invoicing; lead smaller projects
- Contribute to QA and drive innovative approaches within the team
- Mentor junior staff and liaise with Project Manager and Hydro Modellers
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and maintain client relations
- Adapt to flexible roles to support modelling deliverables as required
Key requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant analytical subject
- Minimum 10 years' experience in hydrological studies and catchment analysis
- Strong experience in FEH methodologies, ReFH2, FSIR methods, and Lowland/Pumped Catchments
- Proficiency with LowFlows2 modelling software
- Extensive GIS experience (QGIS/ArcGIS)
- Excellent communication and technical reporting skills
- Ability to manage commercial aspects of projects
- Experience reviewing hydrological analyses and calculations
- team player
- clear communicator
- mentoring capable
- Hydrological modelling (FEH, ReFH2, FSR)
- Flood frequency analysis
- Lowflow/drought assessment
Senior / Principal Hydrologist in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Royal Haskoning
At Haskoning, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a vibrant and collaborative work culture that encourages innovation and professional growth. Our commitment to enhancing society together is reflected in our diverse and inclusive environment, where employees are empowered to contribute their unique perspectives while working on impactful projects across the UK. With flexible working models and a focus on career development, we provide meaningful opportunities for our team members to thrive in their roles as Senior / Principal Hydrologists.
