Senior / Principal Hydraulic Modeller
Core
Lead technical delivery of flood risk modelling and water management projects across the UK, developing robust technical approaches and ensuring high-standard project completion.
Role type
Senior/Principal hydraulic modeller (IC)
Builds
Flood risk assessments, hydraulic models, flood defence designs, and sustainable urban drainage systems for public and private sector clients.
Domain
Water resources engineering and flood risk management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
1D-2D hydraulic modelling, GIS software (QGIS, ArcGIS, MapInfo), hydraulic modelling reporting, client liaison, quality assurance reviews, tender/proposal preparation
Preferred skills
Flood Risk Assessment preparation, hydrological flow estimation (WINFAP-FEH, ReFH2), project management, Chartered status (ICE/CIWEM)
Technologies
Flood Modeller Pro, TUFLOW, InfoWorks ICM, QGIS, ArcGIS, MapInfo
Responsibilities
Lead and undertake 1D-2D hydraulic modelling commissions; undertake flood risk assessments, hydrological assessments, and flood defence design; undertake quality assurance of technical work; nurture and develop graduate team members and junior colleagues; manage client relationships; assist with preparation of bids and proposals
Seniority
Senior/Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities