Senior Hydrologist
Core
Lead technical delivery of flood risk modelling and water management projects across the UK, including hydraulic modelling and Flood Risk Assessments.
Role type
Senior IC hydrologist (flood risk & water resources)
Builds
Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), Strategic Flood Risk Assessments (SFRAs), surface water drainage strategies, and hydraulic models for public and private sector clients.
Domain
Water resources engineering, flood risk management, hydraulic modelling
Required skills
hydrological methods (FEH, ReFH2, WINFAP), GIS software (QGIS, ArcGIS, MapInfo), hydrological estimation reporting, quality assurance reviews, client liaison, tender/proposal preparation, mentorship of junior staff
Preferred skills
low flow hydrological methods (LowFlows), 1D/2D hydraulic modelling (Flood Modeller Pro, TUFLOW, InfoWorks ICM), project management, M.Sc./Ph.D., Chartered status (ICE/CIWEM)
Technologies
FEH, ReFH2, WINFAP, QGIS, ArcGIS, MapInfo, LowFlows, Flood Modeller Pro, TUFLOW, InfoWorks ICM
Responsibilities
Lead standalone hydrological studies and support 1D-2D hydraulic modelling commissions; Prepare Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies; Undertake quality assurance of technical work; Mentor graduate team members and junior colleagues; Manage client relationships and clarify project expectations; Assist with bid and proposal preparation
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities