Principal Wastewater Network Modeller
WSP in the UK & Ireland
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Qualifications
- Chartered membership or working towards chartership in a relevant institution.
- Experience in hydraulic modelling with industry-standard software.
- Ability to check technical outputs of others.
Responsibilities
- Deliver hydraulic modelling studies for UK water companies.
- Enhance and interrogate network models to optimise performance.
- Prepare reports for field investigation teams.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
We are looking for Wastewater Modellers to join our growing, award‑winning Water team. Whether you are early in your career or already operating at a senior level, this is your chance to work on meaningful projects that improve networks, enhance asset performance and support some of the UK's largest water companies.
You will contribute to studies and modelling work that shape the future performance and resilience of wastewater networks across the UK.
Work with industry standard tools such as InfoWorks ICM and Causeway Flow, as well as specialist modelling platforms used across WSP.
You will join a network of 350 water professionals across the UK, supported by our Global Water Team, with opportunities to collaborate widely on multidisciplinary projects.
With roles available from Consultant to Associate Director, you can develop your expertise, build leadership skills and help shape the future of our modelling capability.
We have openings across several UK offices, providing flexibility to suit where you want to work.
- Support and deliver hydraulic modelling studies for a range of UK water companies
- Build, enhance and interrogate network models to assess and optimise asset performance
- Support feasibility studies and optioneering to identify effective solutions
- Prepare reports, drawings and inputs for field investigation teams
- Coordinate and communicate with clients and internal teams, contributing to strong relationships
- Share knowledge and help develop the wider team
- Represent WSP in industry forums where appropriate
- A degree in a relevant discipline (engineering, environmental science, geography)
- A chartered membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g. ICE/CIWEM), or are working towards chartership
- Sound knowledge and experience in urban drainage modelling and an ability to check the technical outputs of others prior to issue
- Extensive experience of hydraulic modelling, using industry-standard software, specifically, InfoWorks ICM or similar
- Familiarity with any industry-standard geographical information system (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo)
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
With us, you can. Apply today.
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
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