Senior Hydraulic Modeller

Overview

As Senior Hydraulic Modeller, you will lead hydraulic modelling efforts to shape sustainable water solutions within a cross-disciplinary team. You will manage complex drainage challenges, collaborate with clients, and mentor junior staff while contributing to impactful infrastructure projects across the UK. This is a growth-focused role in a forward-thinking consultancy offering development towards chartership. You’ll work in a flexible environment with a strong team ethos and opportunities to influence project outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary 55,000-65,000
• comprehensive benefits package
• generous annual leave
• flexible working arrangements including hybrid
• ongoing professional development and chartership support
• collaborative, supportive team

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver hydraulic modelling projects across a varied portfolio
• Develop robust drainage solutions for urban and infrastructure contexts
• Provide technical expertise across projects and disciplines
• Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams
• Support bids and proposals with technical input
• Review outputs to ensure quality and compliance
• Mentor junior colleagues and guide project delivery
• Take ownership of challenging projects and progress careers

Key requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography or related discipline
• Significant hands-on experience delivering water and drainage modelling projects
• Strong experience with InfoWorks ICM and integrated urban drainage models
• Knowledge of 1D/2D modelling using Flood Modeller or TUFLOW
• Understanding of drainage network modelling, SuDS and water-sector requirements
• Ability to lead project delivery, support bids and guide junior team members
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK
• Live within a commutable distance to the Edinburgh office

• Leadership and mentorship
• Client-facing communication
• Collaborative teamwork
• InfoWorks ICM
• Flood Modeller
• TUFLOW

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