Water Resources Consultant

SNC-Lavalin; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in the UK seeks a Consultant in Water Resources Planning. The successful candidate will manage and support water resource projects, champion performance standards, and develop strong client relationships. Ideal applicants will hold a relevant degree, have extensive knowledge in water resource management, and be proficient in analytical tools and programming. This role offers flexibility and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Career development support

Inclusive and diverse environment

Qualifications

• Chartered or working towards chartership through CIWEM or similar.
• Experience in drought planning and WRMP process.
• Familiar with WRMP components like demand forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Support winning, delivering, and managing water resources projects.
• Develop trusted relationships with clients.
• Prepare bids and develop new business areas.

Skills

Water resources planning

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Python

R programming

Project management

Education

Degree in engineering, environmental or science subject

Tools

Pywr

Aquator

Miser

Job description

Overview

Create places and spaces that matter. Do you have the ambition, enthusiasm and technical capability to work with us as a Consultant within the Water Resources Planning sector? Our Water Management Consultancy team has been at the forefront of new developments for the latest Water Resource Management Planning cycle, applying tools such as Pywr to revolutionise how the industry plans resilient and sustainable water supplies for the future. We are growing our team to deliver a wide range of exciting, high-profile projects for water companies and regional water resource groups. You will support the existing team, helping to win and deliver work across our client portfolio.

As an experienced water resources specialist, you will be capable of working on your own or within technical teams to deliver high-profile projects across the UK as required. The role is expected to grow to include project management and client-facing experience. With technical specialists based across the UK, the right candidate could join any of our established teams in Birmingham, Bristol, Derby, Epsom, Glasgow, Oxford, Peterborough, or Manchester.

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 natural environment.

As part of our Environment practice, the Water Management Consultancy operates at the interface between people and the water environment, tackling problems around water, habitats and future change. We provide a wide range of technical skills, a diverse team, and a culture of collaboration to deliver projects that make a difference to the environment and society. Working at the forefront of the water management sector, we support staff to develop their careers on the most interesting and innovative projects.

We understand the need for a diverse and flexible workforce, where a work-life balance is important. AtkinsRéalis offers flexible working with no fixed 9 to 5, no requirement for a 5-day week, and no obligation to spend all your time in the office.

Your purpose

• Joining a well-established and successful team, you will work with our Technical Authority and Technical Leads to support winning, delivering and managing our portfolio of water resources projects.
• You will champion high standards of performance and influence project development.
• With prior field experience, you will undertake your own work to a high standard and work closely with the team and clients to develop trusted relationships, supporting them in a confident, professional manner.
• You will support bid preparation and develop new areas of business for the team.
• We will support and train you with Continual Professional Development.
• At consultant level you will develop as a specialist, with the ability to support on complex projects in your areas of expertise and work closely with the team to develop the group’s objectives, portfolio of projects, clients and digital tools.

What you can bring

• A degree or higher in an engineering, environmental or science subject, likely chartered or working towards chartership through CIWEM or another relevant professional body.
• Comprehensive knowledge in water resources planning, with experience of drought planning and/or the Water Resource Management Plan (WRMP) process.
• Experience with WRMP components such as supply-demand balance calculations, demand forecasting, options appraisal, uncertainty and risk (headroom and outage), and investment modelling.
• Experience and capability with industry-wide models (desirable) such as Aquator, Miser or Pywr.
• The ability to work within Python or R programming environments is desirable, along with a willingness to develop new and innovative digital tools.
• Experience across Environmental Assessments, including water quality monitoring programmes and stakeholder engagement.
• Highly motivated and proactive, with a confident and professional manner.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, report-writing and presentation skills with a track record of delivering high-quality work in the water sector.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels to support collaborative working and high-quality client relationships.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We’re ranked as one of LinkedIn’s Top 25 Companies for UK professionals and have been recognised in The Times Top 50 employers for women.

Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, data and new approaches to help clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. As work becomes more complex, our employees challenge the status quo.

We are committed to engineering better for people and the planet, including our Net-Zero programme and community initiatives. We support staff through inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support diverse backgrounds.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers are dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, the vetting process is delivered by UK Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require five years or more of UK residency. Do not reference any current or previous security clearance in your application or CV.

Equal opportunities

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can thrive. We offer family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and flexible working arrangements. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

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