Principal Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Epsom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking senior flood modellers to join their team, contributing to hydraulic and hydrological modelling projects across the UK. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in flood risk management, technical leadership skills, and proficiency in relevant modelling tools. The role offers opportunities for professional development and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Flexible holidays

Health & wellbeing

Career planning

Flexible working arrangements

CSR activities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in flood risk analysis for strategy and planning.
• Proficiency in 1D-2D modelling tools and GIS.
• Experience in leading technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical work including hydraulic modelling and data analysis.
• Manage and supervise junior staff and support project managers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide high-quality client service.

Skills

Flood risk analysis

Hydraulic modelling

GIS skills

Leadership

Decision-Making

Education

Chartered status (ICE or CIWEM)

Tools

Infoworks ICM

Flood Modeller

TUFLOW/ESTRY

HEC-RAS

ArcGIS

MapInfo

QGIS

Job description

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Location- Warrington, Epsom, Glasgow, Oxford, Peterborough, Bristol, Swansea, Birmingham.

Are you into flood risk management and looking for your next exciting opportunity? We are seeking senior flood modellers to join our thriving business and work on exciting projects across the UK. If this describes you, we want to hear from you and discuss how we can help develop your career!

We have recently been named as a Delivery Partner for the Environment Agency’s latest framework, aiming to better understand the impacts of climate change and flooding risks for communities in England. Under the 2024 Mapping and Modelling Framework, AtkinsRéalis will provide survey, mapping, modelling, incident management, hydrological, and other professional services to support climate event planning and response. This significant programme will enhance understanding of climate change impacts and help reduce flood risks across England, including vital community support during floods. The framework underpins the Environment Agency’s work, enabling informed investment decisions based on data and evidence.

Due to this and other projects, we have UK-wide vacancies for enthusiastic and ambitious individuals in primarily technical roles.

Role: Contribute to and lead hydraulic and hydrological modelling projects.

Expertise: Proficiency in 1D and 2D modelling for rivers, surface water, and coastal areas.

Location: Vacancies across the UK.

AtkinsRéalis is a major engineering, environmental, and design consultancy offering opportunities for talented consultants to work on diverse projects at various scales. Our ongoing projects include flood risk management, natural flood management, flood forecasting, flood alleviation, and water resources and quality issues for water companies. We also operate internationally, with projects in the Red Sea economic zone, Middle East developments, and North America, collaborating with colleagues in India.

Check out some of our recent, exciting projects.

Requirements:

We are seeking Associate consultants, engineers, and modelers across our UK offices, though exceptional candidates in other locations will also be considered. Candidates should have experience in flood risk projects focusing on hydraulic modelling, with the confidence to lead technical work and mentor junior team members. Building strong client relationships and collaborative skills are essential.

• Experience: Extensive experience in flood risk analysis for strategy, planning, development, or design, with proven project delivery.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in 1D-2D modelling tools like Infoworks ICM, Flood Modeller, TUFLOW/ESTRY, or HEC-RAS; GIS skills with ArcGIS, MapInfo, or QGIS; hydrological assessment experience with FEH and UK hydrology is desirable.
• Leadership: Some experience in leading technical teams.
• Decision-Making: Ability to make robust decisions based on available data.

Chartered status is valued, and we support professional development to achieve or maintain memberships with relevant institutions such as ICE or CIWEM.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct technical work including hydraulic modelling, data analysis, GIS, and reporting, ensuring quality assurance.
• Manage and supervise junior staff, support project managers, and actively progress projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide high-quality client service.
• Support business development, including tendering and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to the development of the Flood Risk Team through active participation in technical networks.

The individual should:

• Be motivated and committed to technical excellence.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration.
• Be adaptable and open to new challenges.
• Be well-organized, capable of managing multiple projects, and supportive of team development.
• Maintain high standards with good attention to detail.

Training:

We provide comprehensive training and development, supporting professional memberships and continuous learning through mentoring, CPD, and global networks, including our Flood Risk Management network.

Meeting Your Needs:

Our 'Total Reward' package is flexible and tailored to your lifestyle and career needs, including benefits such as flexible holidays, health & wellbeing, and career planning. We support flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, including home-working options. We also engage in CSR activities supporting local communities and professional networks.

We are committed to supporting all candidates throughout the recruitment process and encourage you to contact us confidentially with any needs or questions.