Senior Hydrologist

Pick Everard; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working

Professional development

CSR opportunities

Annual leave 26 days + BH

Private healthcare

Job summary

Pick Everard is seeking a Senior Hydrologist to join our Water Civil Engineering team. You will deliver hydrological and hydraulic modelling outputs and work across a range of projects in a collaborative multi-disciplinary environment.

Based in Manchester with opportunities to work across other offices, you will utilise FEH methodologies and lead junior staff while contributing to design and assessment phases from pre-planning through construction detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree in hydrology or related field required.
• Chartered membership with 2–4 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong hydrology knowledge and FEH methodologies experience.
• Experience in hydraulic modelling and data analysis.
• Knowledge of UK planning policy and GIS skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hydrological and flood hydraulic simulations and outputs.
• Use FEH and standard methodologies to support design and flood-related work.
• Run Flood Risk Assessments and bespoke hydrological assessments.
• Supervise and review junior colleagues’ technical work.
• Support multi-disciplinary projects and client deliverables.

Skills

Hydrology knowledge

Hydrological modelling

Data analysis

Project collaboration

Education

BSc/MSc in Hydrology or related

Chartered member of CIWEM/ICE

Tools

ArcGIS

MapInfo

QGIS

Job description

include:Undertake hydrological and flood hydraulic simulations and provision of model outputs and analysis, supporting others to do so where required.Use FEH and other standard methodologies to support engineering design, river engineering, restoration/habitat improvement, flood alleviation schemes and hydrological/hydraulic design on projects from pre planning stage all the way through to construction detail.Run Flood Risk Assessments, bespoke hydrological assessments, drainage design and strategy, and hydraulic modelling using Flood Modeller Pro, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, WINFAP 5, ReFH 2, Low flows 2 or similar software.Support the Flood Risk and Hydrology Team in all aspects relating to the use or output of our software portfolio and provide advanced modelling and content creation support, as well as responding to specific scope and deliverable requirements from clients.Support others in the analysis of data and data sets to define trends, correlations and anomalies using appropriate technologies and software.Maintain your Continuing Professional Development (CDP) plan of training in accordance with Institutional requirements, which will keep you up to date with technical advances and benefit you and Pick Everard.Ensure that you understand and comply with all Pick Everard Security, Health & Safety, sustainability and social value standards, requirements, practices, and procedures.

About You

• BSc/BEng/MSc/MEng degree relevant to hydrology.
• Chartered member of CIWEM/ICE or other relevant professional body with 2 - 4 years post qualification experience.
• Strong scientific and engineering knowledge in relation to hydrology.
• Experience in flood hydrology using FEH and other standard methodologies to support engineering design, river engineering, restoration/habitat improvement, flood alleviation schemes and surface water design on projects from pre planning stage all the way through to construction detail.
• Experience in managing bespoke hydrological assessments, drainage design and strategy, as well as hydraulic modelling using Flood Modeller Pro, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, or similar software.
• Experience in designing and supervising hydrological surveys and designing solutions.
• Experience of working on large multi-disciplinary projects.
• Experience in conducting hydraulic modelling and producing associated reports, with experience of supervising and reviewing technical work of team.
• Good knowledge and understanding of land development, the planning process, national planning policy and UK CAD experience and GIS skills using Arc, MapInfo or QGIS.
• Good project management skills.
• EIA experience and producing EIA Chapters.

About Us

Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees, work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to

Our Opportunity

Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive and positivity are at the heart of everything we do. Do you want to work on a variety of projects within an award-winning multi-disciplinary construction and property consultancy? Are you seeking a company that supports your wellbeing, growth, and career progression? We're looking to appoint a Senior Hydrologist to join our Water Civil Engineering team. This role can be carried out from a variety of offices including, Cardiff, Leeds, Manchester, Bristol, Glasgow or London. The Senior Hydrologist will act as the conduit between junior colleagues and the Principal Hydrologist. You'll be delivering technical outputs and checking the work of junior colleagues for final sign off. Your core responsibilities will be even better.

What we offer

Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect:

• Agile working.
• Career and Professional Development.
• Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities.
• 26 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days' additional leave.
• Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.
• Stakeholder pension.
• Professional subscriptions.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Eyecare Scheme.
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities' employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey.

Accessibility

We're committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at We'll be happy to discuss how we can assist you.

Agencies

We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. However, this role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV Introductions will not be accepted.