Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Long-term career progression

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Advance Training & Recruitment Services is looking for a Principal Consultant – Geomorphology to join a specialist environmental consultancy. This position requires an experienced geomorphologist to lead river restoration projects across the UK while managing multidisciplinary teams and engaging with clients.

The role emphasizes technical expertise, project leadership, and collaboration, offering a flexible working environment. Candidates should possess significant experience in river processes and robust stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering river restoration and fluvial geomorphology projects.
• Strong understanding of geomorphic processes and sediment assessment techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in fluvial geomorphology and river restoration design.
• Manage complex projects through all stages of delivery.
• Review deliverables and implement quality assurance processes.

Skills

River restoration

Fluvial geomorphology

Stakeholder management

Project management

Field investigation

Education

Degree in Geography, Environmental Science or a related discipline

Chartered status (CGeog or equivalent)

Job description

Principal Consultant – Geomorphology

Location: Flexible UK Location (Hybrid or remote working available)
Salary: £55k-£65k+ subject to experience
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Advance TRS is supporting a specialist environmental consultancy in the search for a Principal Consultant – Geomorphology to join their growing technical team.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced geomorphologist with a strong background in river restoration and natural flood management who is looking to combine technical leadership with project management and business development responsibilities.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across a range of river restoration, catchment management and water environment projects throughout the UK. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will help deliver practical, evidence‑led solutions that enhance river processes and improve environmental resilience.

The position offers a balance of technical delivery, project leadership and client engagement, with involvement from bid stage through to construction support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing technical leadership in fluvial geomorphology and river restoration design
• Managing and overseeing complex projects through all stages of delivery
• Reviewing deliverables and implementing quality assurance processes
• Undertaking field surveys, geomorphic assessments and data analysis
• Supporting construction activities and providing site‑based advice where required
• Managing project budgets, programmes and resources
• Mentoring colleagues and contributing to internal knowledge sharing
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, regulators and stakeholders
• Supporting business development activities and leading or contributing to tender submissions
• Identifying opportunities for growth with existing and prospective clients
• Contributing to strategic technical initiatives and wider company development

Candidate Requirements

Advance TRS is seeking candidates with extensive experience in river processes and restoration who can combine technical excellence with strong leadership and communication skills.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Significant experience delivering river restoration and fluvial geomorphology projects
• Strong understanding of geomorphic processes and sediment assessment techniques
• Experience undertaking field investigations within river and wetland environments
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Strong stakeholder management and client‑facing skills
• A collaborative approach and commitment to knowledge sharing
• Flexibility to travel throughout the UK for site visits and project work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications & Professional Membership

• Chartered status through a relevant professional body (e.g. CGeog or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence
• Degree in Geography, Environmental Science or a related discipline

Desirable Experience

The following experience would be advantageous:

• PhD in Fluvial Geomorphology or a related field
• Project management responsibilities on multidisciplinary projects
• Experience supporting construction‑phase activities
• Previous engagement with environmental regulators and statutory bodies
• Line management and staff mentoring experience

Working Arrangements & Benefits

This role offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements alongside opportunities to contribute to nationally significant river restoration and environmental projects. Our client places a strong emphasis on collaboration, professional development and technical excellence, providing long‑term career progression within a supportive consultancy environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.