Associate Flood Forecasting Modeller - Real-Time Hydrology

AECOM; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Career development opportunities

Volunteering days

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Associate to join the Water team, leading real-time flood forecasting projects and expanding services with the Environment Agency. The role focuses on senior technical delivery and mentorship within a large, multidisciplinary water group.

You’ll work on non-real-time modelling, build robust forecasting models, and contribute to tender bids for major clients. Join a global firm delivering water projects across the UK and beyond.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in flood forecasting modelling (Flood Modeller).
• Strong knowledge of Environment Agency requirements, including preparing flood forecasting models compatible with their Incident Management Forecasting Systems.
• Proven ability in applying and calibrating hydrological models in flood forecasting (e.g. Muskingum-Cunge, Probability Distribution Model).
• Excellent analytical skills, with experience in processing and analysing hydrometric data, including gauge rating reviews.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review Flood Forecasting Inception Stage Reports, including assessing the quality of existing models and hydrometric data.
• Develop, calibrate, and check flood forecasting models (e.g. PDM, Flood Modeller).
• Carry out non-real-time modelling and hydrological analysis using tools such as Flood Modeller, ICM, HEC-RAS, MIKE 11, and FEH hydrological methods.
• Produce and review high-quality technical reports, documenting model build and associated uncertainties.
• Lead and contribute to tenders for key clients.
• Mentor and support team members in their professional development.
• Build strong relationships with clients and colleagues across disciplines.
• Stay up to date with legislation and guidelines relevant to our services.
• Use AECOM’s project management systems to deliver high-quality outputs on time and within budget.

Skills

Flood forecasting modelling

Environment Agency requirements

Hydrological model calibration

Hydrometric data analysis

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Flood Modeller

ICM

HEC-RAS

MIKE 11

FEH methods

Job description

AECOM is seeking an Associate to join the Water team, leading real-time flood forecasting projects and expanding services with the Environment Agency. The role focuses on senior technical delivery and mentorship within a large, multidisciplinary water group.

You’ll work on non-real-time modelling, build robust forecasting models, and contribute to tender bids for major clients. Join a global firm delivering water projects across the UK and beyond.