Hydrologist (Lead)

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Hydrologist (Lead) to take on a leadership role within their Water and Environment team. You will deliver sustainable solutions to clients such as the Environment Agency and Utility Companies. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills in hydrology, experience in Water Resource Studies, and the ability to mentor team members. This position offers the opportunity to impact future generations through innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in Water Resource Studies and using hydrology software.
• Strong experience in hydrological studies including FRM and EIAs.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth and capability of the Hydrology Team.
• Manage projects and stakeholder interfaces.
• Provide technical leadership for hydrological studies.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Technical leadership

Water Resource Studies

Hydraulic analysis

Python

Data analysis and visualization

Tools

Qube

LowFlows 2

RRStudio

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.