Overview
Senior or Principal Hydrologist opportunity at Enzygo, Manchester, United Kingdom. Salary up to £60,000 (DOE) with a £1,500 placement bonus if you’re referred by Talent Torch. Hybrid working (3 days in the office) in Manchester.
Role focuses on senior technical leadership within a national Hydrology team, reporting to the Associate Director of Hydrology and accountable to the Managing Director for project and business performance. Lead client delivery, mentor junior and mid-level consultants, and work with multi-disciplinary teams to maintain and grow client relationships, technical quality, and commercial success.
What you’ll be doing
* Act as technical lead and client liaison across development-led flood risk and drainage projects.
* Liaise with regulators, local authorities, and key stakeholders on behalf of clients.
* Lead and review technical outputs (Levels 1–3) and contribute to Level 4 reporting when required.
* Provide technical mentorship and guidance to the Hydrology team.
* Line manage Assistant, Consultant, and Senior Consultant-level staff.
* Project management: develop fee proposals, set budgets, allocate resources, and oversee delivery.
* Take full ownership of client deadlines and expectations.
* Oversee financials via Union Square, including project setup, forecasting, and commercial reporting.
* Review and approve timesheets and project progress reporting for your team.
* Handle day-to-day team workflow, issues, and escalations.
* Report to senior management with updates on progress and performance.
* Support staff training, chartership journeys, and continuous professional development.
* Contribute to client development by maintaining existing relationships and identifying new opportunities.
* Conduct site walkovers and negotiate access.
* Prepare and review RAMS for all staff levels.
* Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act in all project activities.
What you’ll need
* 5–7+ years of consultancy experience in hydrology, flood risk or drainage.
* Chartered status (e.g., C.WEM, CEnv, or equivalent).
* Proven leadership skills with mentoring, management, and review experience.
* Strong client communication and commercial awareness.
* Experience using Union Square (or similar project/finance tools) is a bonus.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Right to work in the UK.
Why apply?
* Opportunity to lead within a respected and growing environmental consultancy.
* Collaborative and supportive team culture.
* Flexible hybrid working across the UK.
* Variety of high-profile development projects across the UK.
How to apply
Ready to take your hydrology career to the next level? Send your CV to: talent@talent-torch.co.uk or apply online at: www.talent-torch.co.uk/vacancies.
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How the Placement Bonus works
Secure this role through Talent Torch and receive a £1,500 bonus: 50% paid within 14 days of employer payment; 50% paid after completing 90 days in the role. Direct applications or jobs secured via other means are not eligible. Full terms and conditions available on our website.
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