Team Leader - Flood Modelling

SLR CONSULTING; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in sustainability is seeking an experienced professional to join their team of water specialists in the UK. This role involves managing hydraulic modelling and flood risk projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience, proficiency with industry-standard software like Tuflow, and strong project management skills. The position offers competitive benefits and the possibility of hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Company pension

Healthcare offering

Annual leave plus flexible bank holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in flood risk management.
• Experience liaising with Environment Agency and Scottish Environment Protection Agency.
• Strong knowledge of UK regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery and mentor junior staff.
• Ensure technical compliance with design procedures.
• Prepare and present technical reports.

Skills

Project management skills

Hydraulic modelling

Team management

GIS skills

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Education

Chartership with ICE or CIWEM

Tools

Tuflow

Flood Modeller Pro

HEC-RAS

QGIS

ArcGIS

Job description

SLR has an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join our large team of water specialists delivering projects that require hydraulic modelling and flood risk studies using industry standard software (Tuflow, Flood Modeller Pro, and HEC‑RAS etc.).

You will be expected to have a strong background in project and team management, team building, technical mentorship along with working knowledge on 1d‑2d hydraulic modelling, hydrological modelling and GIS based analytical tools with a thorough understanding of the UK regulatory regime.

You would join a large team of flood modellers, hydrologists, drainage and flood management engineers, and EIA practitioners, and be part of a wider group which also comprises hydrogeologists, geomorphologists, and geochemists.

Whilst much of the work would be delivering and overseeing the delivery of flood modelling projects in the UK, as part of SLR’s Europe, Middle East, and Africa region there will be opportunities to apply your experience on projects throughout this region. There will also be opportunities to expand and / or apply SLR’s modelling capabilities in water quality and catchment‑based studies.

About the role

• Project management skills and effective people management experience is essential. Thorough experience in managing resourcing, project budgets, managing proposals and bids, technical and interpersonal support skills and mentorship is essential.
• Leading the team’s project delivery and proactively supporting junior staff in developing their technical knowledge and to independently deliver their work.
• Excellent grasp on technical design procedures and standards, policy, regulatory standards in the UK.
• Demonstrable experience in checking work produced by the technical team with a strong knowledge of reviewing/QA procedures on hydraulic modelling, hydrology, and flood risk management projects.
• Proactively leading a culture of safety, health, and well‑being of self and of individuals and the team; recognising the impact of what we do on the safety of others.
• Experience of leading/collaborating with a multi‑disciplinary team in the delivery of small‑large projects (or section of work on larger multi‑disciplinary projects)
• Excellent working knowledge of analytical skills on hydraulics and hydrology. Excellent GIS skills on data management and excellent working knowledge of QGIS and ArcGIS.
• Ability to sign‑off detailed project reports and technical notes and an ability to guide junior staff on detailed technical writing.
• On occasion there may be need to challenge published flood mapping extents, or present flood risk and hydraulic modelling expert testimony at Public Inquiries or at Hearings in support of DCO applications. Previous experience would be advantageous.

The preferred locations are in London, Bristol, Manchester, and Edinburgh, but for those with relevant experience other locations, including hybrid or remote working, would be considered. We would welcome applications from those wishing to return to work, or who would prefer agile or part‑time working.

About us

SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression.

Alongside 25 day’s annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life.

About You

You will need a full current driving licence which is valid in the UK. Whilst the role will be mostly office based there will be a need for occasional site visits and attendance at client and regulatory meetings.

Ideally you will have or expect to receive shortly Chartership with ICE or CIWEM.

It is expected that the appointed professional would have at least 10 years relevant experience and have a demonstrable track record liaising with the Environment Agency and Scottish Environment Protection Agency to overcome flood risk issues at potential development sites (typically for the built environment and power sector clients). The majority of our modelling is undertaken using the Tuflow suite of programmes and a high level of proficiency building, debugging, and presenting results using this modelling package is expected.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under‑represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.

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