Senior Clean Water Modeller

TN United Kingdom; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Senior Clean Water Modellers to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will lead technical projects, manage teams, and ensure high-quality modelling outputs for diverse water infrastructure projects. The company fosters a flexible and collaborative environment, emphasizing personal development and work-life balance. With a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the water sector while advancing your career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Training and personal development opportunities

Clear career pathway

Friendly and creative environment

Qualifications

• Experience leading clean water hydraulic modelling projects.
• Proficiency in water modelling software and GIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical development of hydraulic models for clean water projects.
• Manage project financials and ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Water Modelling Software (InfoWorks WS, Synergi Water)

MS 365

Advanced Excel

Visual Basic

GIS Systems (MapInfo, ArcGIS, QGIS)

Leadership Skills

Project Management

Health and Safety Management

Education

Degree in relevant technical subject

Postgraduate qualifications

Tools

InfoWorks WS

Synergi Water

MapInfo

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

Due to continued framework wins, we are looking to appoint several Senior Clean Water Modellers at various locations across the UK. Our Senior Clean Water Modellers lead our team in providing modelling, calibration, and analytical support on a range of clean water projects.

About The Team:

RPS Water Consulting is a team of Engineers, Modellers, and Data Analysts providing Asset Management and Operational Strategy development to our Water Industry clients to support business planning and delivery. This industry offers challenges and opportunities requiring innovation, dedication, and teamwork.

Your Responsibilities

1. Technical development and delivery of clean water hydraulic models, including construction, calibration, use studies, optioneering, and analysis, meeting time, budget, and quality standards.
2. Leading modelling project teams across diverse water infrastructure projects.
3. Line management of project team members, including leadership, workload planning, technical support, and staff development.
4. Ensuring quality and standards compliance of modelling outputs.
5. Managing project financials, forecasting, bids, and proposals.
6. Building and maintaining strong client relationships and driving continuous improvement of modelling tools and processes.
7. Overseeing project programmes and resource demands, and collaborating with internal teams.
8. Contributing to commercial performance, risk management, and proposal development.
9. Managing health, safety, quality, and environmental aspects of projects, with potential travel to client sites or offices.

About You

1. A degree in a relevant technical subject; postgraduate qualifications are advantageous.
2. Experience with water modelling software such as InfoWorks WS, Synergi Water, or similar.
3. Proficiency in MS 365, advanced Excel, Visual Basic, and GIS systems (MapInfo, ArcGIS, QGIS).
4. Deep expertise in hydraulic modelling or related water infrastructure projects, with a focus on complex or innovative projects.
5. Leadership skills in managing and motivating teams, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
6. Ability to manage projects or support project managers in managing modelling packages.
7. Chartered membership or working towards it in relevant professional institutions (CIWEM, IOW, ICE, or equivalent) is preferred.
8. A full clean driving license.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a flexible, friendly, and creative environment with training and personal development opportunities, including a clear career pathway and support for your growth.

Why RPS?

We are a connected community emphasizing work-life balance, collaboration, and social connection, with flexible and hybrid working options.

About RPS and Our Water Consultancy

As part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, RPS offers global opportunities and is involved in delivering comprehensive water and wastewater services across the UK, tackling challenges like leakage, pollution, and flooding.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are dedicated to embedding diversity and inclusion in all our processes, recognizing the value of a diverse talent pool and fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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