Principal / Associate Hydraulic Modeller

Calibre Search; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Calibre Search is seeking a Principal or Associate Hydraulic Modeller to lead hydraulic modelling frameworks in Sheffield. This role offers the opportunity to work on significant water management projects, with a focus on innovation and technical excellence, supported by flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days leave plus bank holidays

Personal development plan and mentorship

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of the UK Water Industry and regulatory issues.
• Proven track record in delivering technically excellent projects.
• Ability to review work for quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead Storm Overflows Discharge Reduction Plan and flood alleviation projects.
• Ensure compliance with standards and specifications on project outputs.
• Manage and support project managers throughout project lifecycle.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Catchment planning

Technical innovation

Education

Relevant engineering degree

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

MS 365 applications

PowerBI

FME

Ruby

Job description

Principal / Associate Hydraulic Modeller
Sheffield

Calibre Search are working with one of the leading names in the field of Surface Water Management (SWM) who are shaping the dialogue within the UK and internationally in how drainage should become integrated part of green blue infrastructure and masterplanning. Their collaborative and multi-disciplinary team is one of the largest in the UK, providing water and wastewater infrastructure services alongside drainage design, SuDS and surface water management on major projects that develops cutting edge digital services to its clients. Their wide variety of clients span across the UK and internationally and include water companies, local authorities, highways / rail authorities, and developers.

They aren't just engineers, environmental professionals, or consultants, they are pioneers, constantly innovating and pushing boundaries to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges - especially when it comes to water. From enhancing our beautiful rivers and urban landscapes to building sustainable cities in the harshest environments - their Networks & Drainage Solutions (N&DS) team is at the forefront.

Due to continued framework successes, they are seeking to recruit a Principal or Associate level Hydraulic Modeller to join their Wastewater Team in central Sheffield to lead one of their hydraulic modelling frameworks with a leading UK Water Company.

In this role you will lead Storm Overflows Discharge Reduction Plan, flood alleviation and environmental solution development projects as well as leading model build, model maintenance, and verification projects and the development and delivery of wastewater catchment strategies and solutions. You will be responsible for the quality of outputs and compliance with standards & specifications and drive continuous improvement in project delivery.

You will have the ability to manage and/or support project managers to manage, projects and programmes of works, support in the development of tender responses and fee estimates and be expected to contribute towards technical innovation and leading improvement workgroups.

Possessing an in depth understanding of UK Water Industry and regulatory issues, you will have a proven track record in coordinating and delivering technically excellent projects. You will have the ability to review work of others to provide quality assurance and drive continuous improvement in work delivered to the client.

You will demonstrate expertise using InfoWorks ICM and ICM Exchange, hydraulic modelling, catchment planning and solution development. Expertise in MS 365 applications, and knowledge in areas such as PowerBI and SharePoint and experience working with software such as FME, Optimatics, Ruby (or similar) would be advantageous.

The opportunities in our practice to grow as an individual are immense. You'll receive mentorship from the outstanding leaders they have within the business. From day one your personal development plan puts you in the driving seat of your career and you'll be supported to go as far as you want to go.

Our client recognises that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment and so are able to support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how they can accommodate individual requirements. As part of this commitment, they understand the need for a diverse and flexible workforce, where a work-life balance is important. So, by default they offer flexible working, where there is no fixed 9 'till 5, no need for a 5-day week, no requirement for a full-time contract, and no requirement to spend all your working time in the office.

They offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave. Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

For more information about this role, please contact Sam Smith at Calibre Search or click apply

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.