Senior Hydraulic Modeller

BWB Consulting Ltd; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% pension match

25 days’ holiday (rising to 28)

Fully funded training

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Hydraulic Modeller based in Nottingham. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering flood risk assessments and hydraulic modelling solutions using tools like Flood Modeller Pro and TUFLOW. The role requires collaboration within project teams and the management of staff and projects. A commitment to innovation, excellent communication skills, and knowledge in hydrology are essential. Additionally, benefits include flexible working options and a supportive company culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in Flood Risk Assessment and knowledge of National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).
• Hydrological analysis using software packages like ReFH and WINFAP.
• Ability to manage staff and projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Research and deliver Flood Risk Assessments and hydraulic modelling.
• Produce Environmental Statement chapters and land planning policy.
• Supervise workload, resource planning, and financial administration.

Skills

Flood Risk Assessments

Hydrology

Hydraulic modelling

GIS

Tools

Flood Modeller Pro

TUFLOW

Hec-Ras

Job description

At BWB Consulting, we’re more than engineers – we’re trusted partners, innovators, and problem-solvers. Recognised as ACE Best Large Consultancy of the Year 2022 and proudly accredited with Investors in People and Investors in Wellbeing, our award‑winning culture is built on excellence, collaboration, and sustainability. We push boundaries to deliver exceptional results for our clients – and create meaningful impact for the communities we serve.

What You’ll Be Doing

We are seeking a Senior Hydraulic Modeller to be based out of either our Nottingham or Manchester office to support the continuing growth of our Water Team. The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering innovative solutions to complex problems on projects across the UK using skills in:

• Flood Risk Assessment
• Hydrology
• Watercourse Hydraulic Modelling
• Environmental Impact Assessment

We value innovation and encourage independent thinking, while always seeking to provide commercial solutions to complex issues for Clients. The Water Team is at the heart of this at BWB.

The role typically entails the research and delivery of Flood Risk Assessments and hydraulic modelling (using Flood Modeller Pro & TUFLOW), with some understanding of SuDS design desired but not essential.

The ideal candidate would also have experience in production of Environmental Statement chapters and land/development planning policy in the UK including knowledge of the Water Framework Directive.

Some experience in the management of staff and projects is preferred, as the role includes providing support to other staff, with additional responsibilities in workload organisation, resource planning and project finance.

What You’ll Bring

The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in the following areas:

• Flood Risk Assessments and knowledge of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).
• Hydrological analysis using Flood Estimation Handbook techniques and associated software packages, such as ReFH and WINFAP.
• Hydraulic modelling in 1D/2D software packages such as Hec‑Ras, Flood Modeller Pro and TUFLOW.
• Skills and knowledge in drainage strategy and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) is desirable.
• GIS and the Microsoft Office suite.
• Providing solutions to technical problems and input to provide factual and interpretative reports.
• Have the ability to plan and monitor own workloads to achieve project demands.
• Management of staff and projects with direct accountability.
• Workload supervision, resource planning and financial administration.
• Ability to share both knowledge and experience with others.
• Effectively communicate and co-operate within a project team to support the achievement of a project brief through the provision of efficient and professional services.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues throughout the Company, clients and suppliers.

What We Offer

• Inclusive Culture – Bring your authentic self to work every day.
• Competitive Rewards – Salary, 5% pension match, life assurance, and long‑service recognition.
• Time Off & Flexibility – 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28), option to buy more, hybrid working (3 days office), and flexible core hours.
• Health & Wellbeing – Westfield Health, healthcare cash plan, Cycle to Work scheme, wellbeing initiatives.
• Growth & Development – Fully funded training, Chartership support, and paid professional subscriptions.
• Community & Connection – Volunteering days, social events, discounts, and savings.

Accessibility & Adjustments

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be your best - please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed.