Job Description
Principal Hydraulic Modeller / Hydrologist - Flood Risk & Catchment Modelling
Role Overview
We are seeking a Principal Modeller / Hydrologist to provide technical leadership across a portfolio of flood risk and water environment projects in the UK. This role will focus on the development, verification and application of advanced hydraulic and hydrological models to support flood alleviation schemes, river restoration, drainage strategies and flood risk mapping programmes.
You will lead modelling strategy, guide technical direction across projects and mentor junior staff, while working closely with engineers, environmental specialists and clients to deliver resilient, sustainable flood risk management solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development, checking and verification of hydraulic models using platforms such as Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, HEC-RAS and InfoWorks ICM
Deliver modelling outputs in support of:
Flood alleviation schemes
Flood risk assessments and drainage strategies
River restoration and watercourse improvement projects
Flood mapping and asset planning programmes
Lead the estimation of flood flows using established methodologies within the Flood Estimation Handbook (FEH)
Scope and conceptualise modelling and hydrological approaches, identifying risks, limitations and opportunities at project outset
Produce...