Senior / Principal Hydraulic Modeller

About Pell Frischmann

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private‑sector clients across a range of sectors, including buildings, infrastructure and regeneration.

Founded in 1926, the firm has a unique heritage of delivering client‑focused solutions that combine commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations and an innovative approach. Pell Frischmann is a part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of the RAG‑Stiftung, whose mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation and to support the environmental and social commitments arising from the closure of Germany’s coal mining industry.

About The Role

We are seeking a Senior or Principal Flood Risk Consultant to join one of our Birmingham, Croydon, Exeter, Manchester or Wakefield offices. The ideal candidate will have a strong drainage design background and expertise in hydraulic modelling and drainage network 3D modelling. The role involves working extensively with teams across all UK offices, liaising with clients and leading the delivery of technical input.

The successful applicant will manage medium‑sized projects or several smaller projects with complex features, ensuring that scope, cost and timelines are respected. You will support the wider multidisciplinary project team, drive quality against engineering practice, health & safety legislation and relevant codes, and contribute to business development and client relationship building.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead technical input on assigned projects, ensuring high safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Maintain the technical quality of own and team work, adhering to good engineering practice and current design methods.
• Prepare feasibility studies, designs, design calculations, tender documentation, scheme evaluations, design statements and other reports as identified in the Project Quality Plan.
• Check work, including third‑party design proposals, against the Project Quality Plan.
• Supervise technical work of staff.
• Provide general technical support to own discipline team members, drawing on a good understanding of relevant standards, codes and legislation.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of standard specifications.
• Engage in client and third‑party liaison, fostering reputation and repeat work.
• Promote the capabilities of the company to current and prospective clients.
• Adhere to internal management system procedures.
• Support the production of bids, including creating methodologies and pricing schedules.

Required Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Qualifications – Civil Engineering, Geography degree or similar; Chartered or Incorporated via professional body (ICE or CIWEM).
• Experience – Considerable experience on water‑based projects; significant experience with Integrated Urban Drainage Models (e.g. InfoWorks ICM); understanding of water company responsibilities; experience with 1D/2D hydraulic modelling (Flood Modeller/TUFLOW); knowledge of flood risk projects for land development, regeneration and transportation; awareness of health and safety legislation; experience conducting site visits and surveys.
• Skills – Drainage network 3D modelling; design of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS).

Why Pell Frischmann?

We are one of the UK’s most influential and highly respected firms of infrastructure and built‑environment professionals. Our collaborative working environment offers freedom and flexibility to shape your own career path and to make a real impact in the communities we serve. We support ongoing personal and professional development, provide a competitive salary and excellent benefits, and uphold equal opportunities for all. Pell Frischmann participates in the Government’s Disability Confident Scheme and is committed to the wellbeing of all employees.

EEO Statement: Pell Frischmann is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

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