Hydrologist (Lead)

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Birmingham seeks a Hydrologist (Lead) to join their Water and Environment team. You will provide technical leadership and manage projects focusing on hydrological studies. Applicants should have strong leadership skills and experience in stakeholder management. This role offers a chance to impact sustainable solutions for clients and future generations.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in managing hydrology projects.
• Strong background in hydrological studies and water resources.
• Experience in mentoring and developing team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth of the Hydrology Team.
• Interface with stakeholders on technical matters.
• Support project teams and manage planning and tenders.

Skills

Leadership skills

Hydrological analysis

Stakeholder management

Technical report writing

Data analysis using Python

Tools

RRStudio

Qube

LowFlows 2

Job description

Overview

Hydrologist (Lead) You will take on a Leadership role within our 2000 strong Water and Environment team, delivering sustainable, resilient solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients including the Environment Agency, Lead Local Flood Authorities, Utility Companies, National Highways Agencies, National Rail Companies and Airports. The remit of this strategic role will include:

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth and capability footprint of the Hydrology Team.
• Stakeholder interface and management across all technical and commercial matters.
• Management and support of project teams, including coordinating planning and tender (preparing schedule and scope of works).
• Provide technical leadership for hydrological studies including FRM, EIAs, Reservoir engineering, Low Flow, and Water Resources studies.
• Continuously develop Subject Matter Expertise in the application of UK Flood hydrologic analysis in line with FEH, as described within the Flood Estimation Handbook.
• Proactively contribute to the ongoing development of a supportive team environment, taking an active role in mentoring and professional development of colleagues.
• Checking and reviewing calculations and technical deliverables.
• Writing and reviewing technical reports.
• Keen to play your part in the delivery of long-term high-profile innovative projects that will directly impact future generations and communities.
• Experience in Water Resource Studies.
• Experience in the use of RRStudio and Python for data analysis and visualisation.
• A sound knowledge of hydraulic analysis of culverts/bridges using CIRIA methods.
• Knowledge of hydrometry.
• Strong hydrology software skills such as Qube, LowFlows 2.
• A track record in developing (or a desire to develop) the professional development of peers and colleagues.