Senior Water Scientist & Hydrology Lead

AECOM; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Water Scientist or Hydrologist to join their Water Environment team in the United Kingdom. This role involves providing leadership and specialist expertise while co‑ordinating multidisciplinary teams for water science services.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and experience in hydrology and environmental modelling. Strong analytical skills and the ability to prepare high-quality bids are essential for this position, which emphasizes project management and technical delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in geography, physical science, chemistry, mathematics, engineering or a related field.
• Experience in hydrology, hydromorphology, water quality or hydroecology and a strong understanding of aquatic ecosystems.
• Proficiency in hydrological software and environmental modelling.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of high quality bids and tenders for water science services.
• Co‑ordinate multidisciplinary teams ensuring resources, budgets and controls are in place.
• Identify and plan complex monitoring and field work.

Skills

Experience in hydrology

Proficiency in hydrological software

Report writing skills

Proficiency in GIS software

Education

Degree in geography, physical science, chemistry, mathematics, engineering or related field

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Water Scientist or Hydrologist to join their Water Environment team in the United Kingdom. This role involves providing leadership and specialist expertise while co‑ordinating multidisciplinary teams for water science services.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and experience in hydrology and environmental modelling. Strong analytical skills and the ability to prepare high-quality bids are essential for this position, which emphasizes project management and technical delivery.