Wastewater Network Modeller

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Health and wellbeing programs

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous development opportunities

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking Wastewater Network Modellers (Assistant to Principal) to join our established team in Glasgow. You will provide technical support for hydraulic modelling studies using InfoWorks ICM, while collaborating with various clients to enhance service delivery.

This role offers an opportunity for career progression and skill development in a dynamic environment, complemented by a hybrid working policy to balance professional and personal life.

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant discipline (engineering, environmental science, geography).
• Chartered membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., ICE/CIWEM).
• Sound knowledge and experience in urban drainage modelling.
• Extensive experience of hydraulic modelling using InfoWorks ICM.
• Familiarity with industry-standard GIS software.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input on urban drainage projects.
• Support development of feasibility studies and optioneering.
• Use network models to evaluate and optimise asset performance.
• Prepare reports and supporting drawings.
• Develop and maintain excellent client relationships.

Skills

Urban drainage modelling

Hydraulic modelling

Client relationship management

Technical report preparation

Education

Degree in engineering, environmental science, or geography

Chartered membership (working towards or achieved)

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for Wastewater Network Modellers (Assistant to Principal) to join our established team to deliver a variety of projects for several of the UK’s largest regulated water companies. Our water team also work alongside a diverse range of other WSP business units, providing great opportunities to be involved in an assortment of exciting projects alongside delivering for our core client base.

These roles will enable you to further develop and use your technical skills, applying your expertise to help us continue driving forward in terms of both technical quality and service efficiency.

You will provide support on hydraulic modelling studies for our core regulated industry water clients using industry standard software (InfoWorks ICM/CS), but we also have teams engaged in a variety of projects utilising TUFLOW, causeway flow, our in house FRM and other hydraulic modelling software depending upon our diverse base of clients needs.

You will be expected to work within the existing team to interrogate / enhance models as well as building new models to assess and understand asset performance.

You will work as part of an award‑winning water team within a larger team of over 600 professionals across the UK, supported by our Global Water Team. We are currently engaged with an expanding portfolio of clients, including Severn Trent Water, Northern Ireland Water, Welsh Water, Southern Water, Wessex Water, United Utilities, Uisce Éireann, Southern Water, and Scottish Water Horizons.

The opportunity for progression is a real possibility, combining your technical and industry knowledge with the right behaviours to encourage and develop others.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input on urban drainage projects and support our wastewater team in delivering current and future projects and help influence our future approaches to efficient delivery
• Support to development of Feasibility studies and optioneering
• Use of network models to evaluate and optimise Asset Performance
• Preparation of reports and supporting drawings
• Definition of work needed by field investigation teams
• Developing and maintaining excellent client relationships at all levels, coordinating and facilitating project meetings internally and with clients
• Contribute to the learning of the wider team through knowledge sharing exercises
• Promote the WSP brand through appropriate industry forums and conferences

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant discipline (engineering, environmental science, geography)
• A chartered membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., ICE/CIWEM), or are working towards chartership
• Sound knowledge and experience in urban drainage modelling and an ability to check the technical outputs of others prior to issue
• Extensive experience of hydraulic modelling, using industry-standard software, specifically, InfoWorks ICM or similar
• Familiarity with any industry‑standard geographical information system (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo)

What’s in it for you?

Work‑life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.