Water Resources Specialist — Climate & Water Management

Arcadis; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Water Resources Consultant to join the Climate Adaptation team in the UK. You will support delivering water resources, hydrology and environmental studies, working on diverse projects for water companies, authorities and regulators.

You will develop skills in water balance assessments, climate resilience, regulatory submissions, and report preparation while collaborating with senior colleagues and multidisciplinary teams across planning and infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline such as Water Resources, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science, Hydrology or related subject.
• Understanding of water resources, hydrology, water management or environmental assessment principles gained through academic studies, placements, apprenticeships or professional experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to use, interpret or develop GIS outputs and spatial information, with support and training where required.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyse and interpret environmental, hydrological and water resources data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise technical reports.
• Enthusiasm for learning and developing technical knowledge within a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively as part of a project team.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of water resources, hydrology, water balance and integrated water management projects.
• Assist with the preparation of water balance assessments, water resource studies and technical reports.
• Analyse hydrological, meteorological, environmental and water demand datasets to support project delivery.
• Contribute to Water Cycle Studies, Water Framework Directive assessments, low-flow assessments, environmental assessments and sustainability studies.
• Support WINEP-related investigations and future AMP planning work where water resources, environmental assessment or regulatory evidence is required.
• Support the development of nature-based solutions and sustainable water management strategies.
• Assist in the preparation of abstraction licence applications, permitting documentation and regulatory submissions.
• Assist with the preparation of business cases, options appraisal material, bids, fee estimates, capability statements and technical submissions.
• Produce GIS mapping, data visualisations and technical figures to support project reports and client presentations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across flood risk, hydrology, environmental management, planning and infrastructure disciplines.
• Develop positive working relationships with clients, regulators, stakeholders and project team members, with support from senior colleagues.
• Support project management activities, including task planning, progress updates, quality assurance and communication with project teams.
• Ensure compliance with Arcadis quality, health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Support the wider team and line manager with reasonable project, business development, health and safety, knowledge-sharing and operational activities as required.
• Take ownership of your professional development through on-job learning, training opportunities and professional institution engagement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Project collaboration

Water resources knowledge

Education

Degree in Water Resources or related

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

GIS

Job description

Arcadis is seeking a Water Resources Consultant to join the Climate Adaptation team in the UK. You will support delivering water resources, hydrology and environmental studies, working on diverse projects for water companies, authorities and regulators.

You will develop skills in water balance assessments, climate resilience, regulatory submissions, and report preparation while collaborating with senior colleagues and multidisciplinary teams across planning and infrastructure.