Senior Hydrologist — Flood Risk & Water Solutions (Hybrid)

AECOM; Shere; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Hydrologist to lead hydrological assessments for UK and international projects within the Water team. The role emphasizes flood risk assessment, FEH-based flow derivations, and strong GIS usage, with hybrid work across UK offices.

You will develop technical reports, calibrate models with hydraulic modellers, and build client relationships while staying current with evolving guidelines and industry practices.

Qualifications

• Evidence of experience estimating flood flows using FEH and REFH2.
• Deep understanding of statistical hydrological analysis.
• Experience calibrating hydraulic models with modellers.
• Experience in rating reviews.
• Strong GIS skills (QGIS/ArcGIS/MapInfo).
• Scripting knowledge (R, Python, Anaconda, Ruby) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Produce flood hydrological assessments to support flood alleviation schemes and risk mapping.
• Apply FEH/REFH2 to derive flows for catchments across England.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports.
• Use GIS tools (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS) to support deliverables.
• Review hydrological assessments within the team.
• Engage with clients and collaborate with other disciplines.
• Stay updated on methodologies and share insights with the team.
• Actively participate in the national hydrologists community.

Skills

Hydrological analysis

Client engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

MapInfo

Python

R

Anaconda

Ruby

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Hydrologist to lead hydrological assessments for UK and international projects within the Water team. The role emphasizes flood risk assessment, FEH-based flow derivations, and strong GIS usage, with hybrid work across UK offices.

You will develop technical reports, calibrate models with hydraulic modellers, and build client relationships while staying current with evolving guidelines and industry practices.