Lead Flood Risk Modeller & Hydraulics Expert

Stantec; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Hydrologist – Flood Hydraulic Modeller to manage hydraulic modelling projects and contribute to significant flood risk management initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, strong project management skills, and experience with hydraulic modelling tools. This role provides an opportunity to work on varied projects, mentor junior staff, and foster trusted client relationships.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in delivering hydraulic modelling projects.
• Chartered or working towards Chartership with CIWEM, ICE or equivalent.
• Experience in developing surface water drainage strategies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hydraulic modelling studies using advanced software.
• Supervise, mentor, and train junior staff.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Project management

Client relationship management

Technical report writing

GIS tools

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science

Tools

Flood Modeller

TUFLOW

InfoWorks ICM

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Hydrologist – Flood Hydraulic Modeller to manage hydraulic modelling projects and contribute to significant flood risk management initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, strong project management skills, and experience with hydraulic modelling tools. This role provides an opportunity to work on varied projects, mentor junior staff, and foster trusted client relationships.