Managing Consultant Hydrologist

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Hydrologist at various levels to join their Water and Environment team in the UK. This role involves supporting hydrological studies, coordinating with project teams, and enhancing team capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a background in water resource studies and be proficient in software such as RRStudio and Python. The firm emphasizes safety, inclusion, and provides flexible working options to maximize employee potential.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Well-being benefits

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in water resource studies.
• Knowledge of hydrological software and methods.
• Track record in developing peers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in the growth of the Hydrology Team.
• Support project teams with planning and tender.
• Provide technical expertise for hydrological studies.

Skills

RRStudio

Python

Hydraulic analysis

Hydrometry

Qube

LowFlows 2

Job description

Hydrologist (All Levels - Uk Wide)

With roles available at multiple levels, you will join 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

• Play a key role in the growth and capability footprint of the Hydrology Team.
• Stakeholder interface across all technical and commercial matters.
• Support of project teams, including coordinating planning and tender (preparing schedule and scope of works).
• Provide technical expertise 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 the Flood Estimation Handbook ("FEH").
• Proactively contribute to the ongoing development of a supportive team environment, taking an active role in the 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.
• Hydrogeologist (All levels) – Working closely with Head of Discipline of Hydrogeology to manage delivery of water resource and low‑flow studies aligned to client WINEP commitments, playing a key part in our UK Water Catchment Management & Maritime capability.

Qualifications

• 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 your skills in) the professional development of peers and colleagues.

Company Culture & Values

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

Benefits & Flexibility

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well‑being benefits to our global giving and volunteering programme, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

About Jacobs

Find out more about life at Jacobs. We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here. Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com/uk/employers/jacobs to view and access our roles. As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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