Principal Water Quality Consultant (Modeller)

Stantec; Brighton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global design and delivery company in the UK is seeking a Senior / Principal Marine Water Quality Modeller. This role involves developing multidimensional environmental models while working within a team of experts to enhance environmental performance. Ideal candidates will have extensive modelling experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in software like MIKE and Delft3D.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in hydrodynamic and water quality modelling.
• Proficiency in numerical modelling software applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Scope, collect data, and develop environmental water quality models.
• Collaborate to identify pollution sources and develop solutions.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders across multidisciplinary groups.

Skills

2D / 3D hydrodynamic and water quality modelling

Numerical modelling software (e.g. MIKE, Delft3D, Telemac)

Communication skills

Education

Chartered membership in a relevant professional institution

Tools

MIKE

Delft3D

Telemac

Job description

Senior / Principal Marine Water Quality Modeller

Stantec Brighton, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Have you ever considered joining a multidisciplinary team where you can work in a diverse, welcoming, and fun environment on amazing projects across the UK and globally? Then look no further than Stantec. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior / Principal Water Quality Modeller to join us at any of our UK offices, focusing on coastal and estuarine environments.

Responsibilities

• Scoping, data collection, development, execution, and presentation of multidimensional environmental water quality models.
• Models simulate the behaviour of reservoirs, lakes (Loughs and Lochs), transitional, and coastal waters.
• Work within a core of scientific and engineering experts, supporting a range of clients primarily from the water sector but also the energy and infrastructure sectors.
• Identify pollution sources, pathways, and impacts on sensitive receptors; develop engineered and nature-based solutions.
• Collaborate to deliver solutions that sustainably and efficiently improve environmental performance; contribute to reducing carbon and improving biodiversity.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in 2D / 3D hydrodynamic and water quality modelling; you may have attained or be working towards chartered membership in a relevant professional institution.
• Experience using numerical modelling software such as MIKE, Delft3D, and Telemac, with proven applications in hydrodynamics, multiphase flows, particle tracking, advection dispersion, water quality, and chemical processes.
• Ideally, basic understanding of physicochemical water quality, and a good understanding of oceanography and the associated regulatory standards for fresh and/or marine waters.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders, including clients and other professional staff across multidisciplinary business groups.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global design and delivery company that focuses on sustainable infrastructure and environmental solutions. The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made, please contact the provided channel and we will discuss how we can support you.