Senior ICM Flood Modeller

Penguin Recruitment; Sutton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior ICM Flood Modeller near Sutton, London. The role entails overseeing a team and managing flood risk projects using advanced modelling techniques. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in ICM, substantial experience in flood risk assessments, and excellent leadership skills, alongside the ability to engage effectively with clients. Competitive salary and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Generous annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience developing flood risk projects and conducting flood risk analyses.
• Outstanding knowledge of Infoworks ICM, with both 1D and 2D modelling experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ICM hydraulic modelling and data analysis tasks.
• Produce high-quality outputs for the Flood Risk Team.
• Manage a team and support their professional development.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders throughout projects.

Skills

ICM hydraulic modelling

Data analysis

GIS expertise

Infoworks ICM

Leadership and mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or Civil Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Flood Modeller Pro

Job description

Job Title

Senior ICM Flood Modeller

Location

Based near Sutton (London)

Salary

£40,000 - £45,000

Ref. No.

CJD(phone number removed)E

Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join a world‑leading, sustainably‑minded multidisciplinary consultancy known for lending extensive expertise to a wide range of projects across the engineering and energy landscapes. The role offers the chance to oversee a team of designers, engineers, and modellers within the flood risk management sector.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Employee rewards
• Benefits packages tailored to your lifestyle preferences
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Possibility of hybrid/flexible working
• An inclusive team in a collaborative working environment, championing innovation
• Access to a variety of interesting projects across the region
• Extensive training and career progression opportunities

Responsibilities

• Oversee detailed technical work involving ICM hydraulic modelling, data analysis, GIS, and report writing
• Produce high‑quality technical work on behalf of the Flood Risk Team
• Manage a team of colleagues and support their Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Liaise closely with a range of clients and stakeholders throughout the project delivery process
• Represent the company at meetings and other events and activities
• Lead several projects simultaneously, recognizing opportunities for further business development
• Oversee various project aspects, including budgets, timeframes, and resourcing requirements, delegating work as appropriate

Required Skills and Experience

• A Degree (or equivalent/higher qualification) in Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or a similar, relevant discipline
• Considerable experience developing flood risk projects (particularly Integrated Catchment Modelling) and undertaking flood risk analyses/assessments for planning, development, and design
• Outstanding knowledge of Infoworks ICM, with extensive experience of 1D and 2D modelling
• Experience leading and mentoring a team
• Demonstrable experience liaising closely with a range of clients and stakeholders across public and private sectors
• Proficiency in GIS, including ArcGIS, QGIS, or MapInfo
• Familiarity with other software systems such as Flood Modeller Pro, TUFLOW, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Good literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Possess Chartership Status (or actively working to achieve this)
• Experience undertaking FEH hydrological assessments
• Hold a full, valid UK driving licence

If you are interested in the role of Senior ICM Flood Modeller, please do not hesitate to contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.