Senior/Principal Hydrogeologist (Flexible across UK)

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a senior hydrogeologist to lead groundwater projects within their esteemed Water Management Consultancy. This role offers the chance to work on vital projects that ensure sustainable water supplies while collaborating with a diverse team of experts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in hydrogeology, project management, and client relations. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this opportunity allows for personal and professional growth in a flexible work environment. Join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and making a positive impact on the environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

25 Days of Leave Plus Bank Holidays

Access to Extensive Training

Support for Professional Memberships

Qualifications

• Experience as a hydrogeologist in consultancy, water company, or regulatory sectors.
• Chartered status through a relevant professional body is likely.

Responsibilities

• Lead groundwater projects, developing trusted client relationships.
• Champion high standards of performance and influence project development.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Report Writing

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Science, Engineering, or Mathematics

Postgraduate Qualification in Hydrogeology

Tools

Groundwater Modelling Software

Job description

Job Description

This position is open for our Birmingham, Bristol, Derby, Epsom, Glasgow, London, Oxford, Peterborough, and Warrington/Manchester offices, but we can be flexible with location.

Do you have the ambition, enthusiasm, and technical capability to work with us as a senior or principal hydrogeologist within the water resources sector? We are looking for someone to lead projects in our groundwater resources team within our successful Water Management Consultancy business. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced candidate looking to progress their career in a vital industry with an internationally renowned company.

Our highly respected Water Management Consultancy team has been at the forefront of managing the challenges of providing resilient and sustainable water supplies for the future, undertaking projects including groundwater resource evaluation, development, and management, as well as environmental impact investigations. We are expanding our team to deliver a wider range of exciting projects for water companies, major water users, and regulators. You will play a key role in growing our business through winning and delivering work across our extensive client portfolio, enhancing our reputation for technical excellence.

As an experienced hydrogeologist, you will have delivered groundwater projects in the UK and/or internationally. You will work closely with our technical specialists based in Birmingham, Epsom, Oxford, and Peterborough. We have a friendly, approachable team with a strong reputation for delivering excellence for multiple clients.

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies, with over 35,000 employees worldwide. We offer more than just a job; we offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the environment.

As part of our Environment practice, the Water Management Consultancy operates at the interface between people and the water environment, tackling issues related to water, habitats, and future change. We provide a blend of skills across many technical areas, with a diverse team of passionate, intelligent, digitally-minded, capable, and innovative staff. We enjoy working collaboratively on projects that bring about real change and make a positive impact on the environment and society. We are committed to developing our staff to work on the most interesting and innovative projects.

Responsibilities

Joining a well-established and successful team, you will work with our technical leads to win, deliver, and manage our groundwater projects, developing trusted client relationships. You will champion high standards of performance and influence project development. As an experienced hydrogeologist, you will undertake your own work to an excellent standard, leading projects and bids as appropriate, defining and delivering outputs for complex projects involving problem solving. Collaborative and supportive teamwork is vital, and you will work closely with the groundwater resources team, mentoring and supporting junior staff.

You will also work broadly with the Water Management Consultancy team on projects related to water supply, strategic planning, resource optimization, and environmental assessment.

Requirements

• Degree in science, engineering, or mathematics, with a postgraduate qualification in hydrogeology or a related field. Chartered status through a relevant professional body is likely. Substantial experience as a hydrogeologist within consultancy, water company, regulatory, or academic sectors is required. Experience should include water resources hydrogeology and hydrology, such as WINEP investigations, low flow studies, WFD assessments, signal and pumping tests, borehole design, groundwater flooding, or water resource planning. A good understanding of UK hydrogeology and the environmental and regulatory framework is essential.
• Experience leading projects through the full project lifecycle, including problem definition, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and providing clear conclusions and recommendations. Innovation in approach is encouraged.
• Highly motivated, proactive, with excellent numerical, analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills. Attention to detail and effective communication at all levels are important for collaborative work and building client relationships.
• Valid full UK driving licence. The role is flexible regarding location across our specified offices.

Additionally, we seek a groundwater modeller to lead groundwater modelling projects within our team. The ideal candidate will have delivered groundwater modelling projects in the UK, working closely with our technical teams. We value a friendly, collaborative environment and a strong reputation for excellence.

What We Offer

We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual needs, promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our policies support work-life balance, with no fixed hours, no requirement for full-time contracts, and flexible office presence.

Rewards and Benefits

Competitive salary, regularly benchmarked, with 25 days of leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave. Benefits are commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Training

We provide access to extensive training and development opportunities, supporting professional memberships and career growth.

Additional Information

This role may require security clearance, which depends on UKSV vetting processes, including proof of residency in the UK for 5 years or more. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and abilities.