Environmental Water Quality Consultant - Riverine Modelling

Advance TRS; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary consultancy in the UK is seeking Environmental Water Quality Consultants/Senior Consultants for impactful riverine and inland water projects. The role requires a relevant degree, experience in water quality modelling, and offers competitive salary and flexible working arrangements. Key responsibilities include delivering water quality models, identifying pollution sources, and preparing technical reports, contributing to a supportive environment encouraging professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Industry-leading training and professional development support

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a relevant environmental, scientific or engineering discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification or relevant industry experience within the water sector.
• Experience using at least one water quality modelling package.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of technically robust water quality and riverine models to support project delivery.
• Identification of pollution sources in natural and urban catchments.
• Preparation and technical review of evidence-based reports.

Skills

Water quality modelling

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in environmental, scientific or engineering discipline

Postgraduate qualification

Tools

MIKE

Delft3D

SAGIS‑SIMCAT

RQP

Job description

Job Title: Environmental Water Quality Consultant / Senior Consultant (Riverine Modelling)

Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 (dependent on experience)

Location: UK-wide (Edinburgh, Glasgow, Birmingham, Shrewsbury, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Warrington, Bristol, Cardiff)

Type: Permanent | Hybrid and flexible working available

About the Role

Our client has an exciting opportunity for Environmental Water Quality Consultants and Senior Consultants to join a growing, multidisciplinary team delivering impactful riverine and inland water projects across the UK and Ireland.

This role offers the chance to work on technically challenging and environmentally significant projects, supporting water companies and wider stakeholders in developing sustainable water and wastewater solutions. You will be part of an integrated team working across the water cycle to address increasingly stringent water quality standards, climate challenges, carbon reduction and biodiversity enhancement.

The position provides strong scope for technical development, professional accreditation and long-term career progression within an ambitious and supportive environment.

About the Client

Our client is a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy operating across the UK and internationally. They work closely with water companies, infrastructure providers and public‑sector stakeholders to deliver sustainable, evidence‑led solutions for complex environmental challenges.

With a strong focus on collaboration, innovation and professional development, our client is recognised for delivering high‑quality outcomes that benefit communities, ecosystems and future generations.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivery of technically robust water quality and riverine models to support project delivery
• Identification of pollution sources, pathways and receptors in natural and urban catchments
• Preparation and technical review of evidence‑based reports in line with quality assurance standards
• Provision of specialist technical input to multidisciplinary projects and programmes
• Collaboration with clients and stakeholders across the water, energy and infrastructure sectors
• Contribution to service development and client relationship growth
• Mentoring and support of junior team members

What Our Client is Looking For

• Degree qualified in a relevant environmental, scientific or engineering discipline
• Postgraduate qualification and/or relevant industry experience within the water sector
• Working towards or already chartered with a relevant professional institution
• Experience using at least one water quality modelling package (e.g. MIKE, Delft3D, SAGIS‑SIMCAT, RQP)
• Practical application of modelling physicochemical, biological, bacterial or chemical parameters in inland systems
• Understanding of freshwater water quality standards and regulatory frameworks
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Agile, hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Industry‑leading training and professional development support
• Exposure to diverse, high‑profile and environmentally meaningful projects
• Supportive, collaborative and inclusive working culture

Eligibility: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Opportunity for Growth: This role offers clear progression pathways, technical development opportunities and support towards professional accreditation. You will be encouraged to broaden your expertise, contribute to service growth and take on increasing responsibility as your career develops.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.