Hydraulic Modeller

Waterman Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterman Group is seeking an experienced Fluvial Hydraulic Modeller to join our team and deliver a varied portfolio of hydraulic modelling and flood risk management projects across the UK.

You will lead technical delivery, develop and review 1D/2D models, and work with clients and multidisciplinary teams. You will also support junior colleagues, contribute to business development and ensure outputs meet high technical standards.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering hydraulic modelling and flood risk projects for UK-based clients.
• Strong practical experience in 1D–2D hydraulic modelling and relevant software packages.
• Experience leading technical work, reviewing outputs and mentoring other modellers.
• Excellent communication, report writing and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of hydraulic modelling and flood risk management projects.
• Build, develop and troubleshoot 1D and 2D hydraulic models using software such as TUFLOW, Flood Modeller Pro, InfoWorks ICM or HEC-RAS.
• Use GIS for model development, hydraulic schematisation and results analysis.
• Assess, validate and calibrate models to ensure reliable and robust outputs.
• Apply FEH hydrological analysis and UK flood risk guidance.
• Lead and mentor hydraulic modellers, delegating work and undertaking technical reviews and QA.
• Prepare and review technical reports, project proposals and fee estimates.
• Manage project delivery, budgets and resources, while maintaining relationships with clients and authorities.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Flood risk management

1D/2D modelling

GIS

Mentoring

Client liaison

Education

Water/Civil/Environmental Eng. degree

Tools

TUFLOW

Flood Modeller Pro

InfoWorks ICM

HEC-RAS

AutoCAD

Job description

Waterman Infrastructure & Environment is part of the wider Waterman Group, providing specialist environmental, planning and engineering consultancy services across the UK. We work with public and private sector clients to deliver sustainable, practical solutions to complex development and infrastructure challenges.Our teams work collaboratively across disciplines on projects spanning residential development, infrastructure, urban regeneration and flood risk management. With a focus on technical excellence and professional development, Waterman offers a supportive environment for experienced hydraulic modellers to develop their careers.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Fluvial Hydraulic Modeller to join our team and support the delivery of a varied portfolio of hydraulic modelling and flood risk management projects across the UK.The role will involve leading technical project delivery, developing and reviewing 1D and 2D hydraulic models, and working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams. You will also support the development of junior colleagues, contribute to business development and ensure modelling outputs meet high standards of technical quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the technical delivery of hydraulic modelling and flood risk management projects
• Building, developing and troubleshooting 1D and 2D hydraulic models using software such as TUFLOW, Flood Modeller Pro, InfoWorks ICM or HEC-RAS
• Using GIS for model development, hydraulic schematisation and results analysis
• Assessing, validating and calibrating models to ensure reliable and robust outputs
• Applying FEH hydrological analysis and relevant UK flood risk management guidance
• Leading and mentoring hydraulic modellers, delegating work and undertaking technical reviews and quality assurance
• Preparing and reviewing technical reports, project proposals and fee estimates
• Managing project delivery, budgets and resources, while maintaining strong relationships with clients, statutory authorities and other stakeholders

About You

• A degree in Water, Civil or Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
• Proven experience delivering hydraulic modelling and flood risk management projects for UK-based clients
• Strong practical experience in 1D–2D hydraulic modelling and relevant software packages
• Experience building and troubleshooting models, using GIS and assessing the reliability of modelling results
• An understanding of FEH hydrological analysis, UK flood risk legislation, planning policy and industry guidance
• Experience leading technical work, reviewing outputs and mentoring other modellers
• Experience contributing to project proposals, fee estimates and project delivery
• Excellent communication, report writing and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and multidisciplinary teams

Desirable

• A full UK driving licence
• Chartered status or working towards chartership
• Experience managing flood risk or water-related projects
• Additional software skills, such as AutoCAD

At Waterman we are committed to our people, our communities, and the planet. We are transforming our business and offering our most exciting opportunities yet so now is the time to join us.

We are a Disability Confident organisation, committed to an active Inclusion, Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy starting with our recruitment and selection process.

Life Here

'All the hard work you put in will result in something that will remain long after you are gone. Its like a stamp you have left on the world.'

Bodunde Balogun - Apprentice, Infrastructure and Environment

'I have felt so welcome during my time here and even in such a short time have learnt a great deal!'