Hydrologist - Flood Modelling in Birmingham

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Our Sustainable Water Management Team is looking for Senior and Principal Hydrologists to deliver and lead flood risk management projects across the UK. You will work alongside fluvial and pluvial modelling specialists, contribute to nationally important studies and guide the development of junior hydrologists. This is an opportunity to take a visible role in our national hydrology capability, influence major infrastructure projects and help drive innovation across the flood risk sector.

Why this role is a strong opportunity:

• Lead high profile hydrology work: deliver complex hydrology studies using recognised UK methods for government, local authority and major infrastructure clients.
• Shape and grow our national hydrology capability: help set technical direction, improve approaches and contribute to innovation across our hydrology and modelling services.
• Work across major sectors: support FCERM studies, infrastructure planning, energy projects, transport schemes and strategic flood risk work.
• Develop others and build leadership skills: mentor junior hydrologists and support the continued growth of our national team.
• Flexible career development: we offer progression opportunities at both Senior and Principal levels, with flexible working and support for chartership.

What You Will Do:

• Provide technical leadership for flood hydrology using statistical, ReFH and other UK standard methods.
• Deliver hydrology studies for complex catchments and challenging datasets.
• Conduct independent technical reviews and quality assurance.
• Prepare clear technical reports, presentations and client deliverables.
• Mentor and support junior hydrologists in developing their skills.
• Contribute to business development and proposal preparation.
• Manage project delivery including commercial, financial and programme elements.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate:

• Proven experience delivering hydrology studies using UK standard methods.
• Experience undertaking hydrology reviews for statutory bodies.
• Understanding of hydraulic modelling methods.
• Commercial awareness including project management and bid support.
• Experience delivering work for local authority, national government or infrastructure clients.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build client relationships.
• Chartered status or working toward chartership.
• Useful additional experience could include GIS, FCERM studies, Flood Risk Assessments, flood policy knowledge or flood modelling.

If you don’t meet all that we are looking for please still consider applying. Not everyone will meet all the requirements, but you might have skills we didn’t know we need. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us:

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

What’s In It For You?

• Work‑life balance: At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
• Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
• Flex your time: To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
• Your development: We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.