Hydrologist (Lead)

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

Job summary

A well-known engineering firm is seeking a Lead Hydrologist to join their Water and Environment team in Wokingham. The role involves leading the Hydrology Team, managing projects, and providing technical expertise in flood hydrology and water resource studies. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, experience in hydrological analysis, and proficiency in relevant software tools like Qube and Python. This position offers a chance to contribute to impactful projects that support sustainable environmental solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading hydrology teams and projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of flood hydrologic analysis.
• Ability to mentor and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth and capabilities of the Hydrology Team.
• Interface with stakeholders on technical and commercial matters.
• Manage project teams and coordinate planning.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Hydrological studies expertise

Technical report writing

Mentoring and development

Data analysis in Python

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.