Senior/ Principal Urban Catchment Modeller
Various, United Kingdom | Posted on 11/01/2024
Job Opportunity: Senior/Principal Urban Catchment Modeller
Location: All major UK locations (Epsom, Bristol, Cardiff, Warrington, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Belfast, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Derby)
Our client is a prominent player in the field of Surface Water Management (SWM), influencing the discourse on Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) integration into green-blue infrastructure and masterplanning. Our national team is multidisciplinary, working with water companies, local authorities, and developers on major projects, delivering cutting-edge digital services to clients.
Job Summary:They are seeking a Senior/Principal SWM Modeller for the Networks & Drainage Solutions business to support an expanding portfolio. The role involves integrated catchment modelling, blue-green infrastructure solutions, and potential development into a regional point of contact for SWM and SuDS.
Requirements
- Knowledge of the water environment and sustainability.
- Curiosity for developing innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions.
- Experience in surface water management projects.
- Understanding of the UK Water Industry and regulatory issues.
- Proven track record in coordinating and delivering technically excellent projects.
- Experience in integrated drainage modelling.
- Competence in using Hydraulic modelling software (ideally ICM).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Experience in team working on multi-disciplinary projects.
- Ability to develop and motivate junior team members.
- Attained chartered status (ICE or CIWEM).
Responsibilities:
- Technical and project management of surface water management projects.
- Undertake Project Manager role on projects as required.
- Support in developing client relationships with key Water Company and non-Water Company clients to support growth.
- Support in the preparation of bid documents and estimates.
- Supervision of project teams and support Business Manager in resource planning.
- Promote staff development through training, on-the-job experience, and personal development.
- Contribute towards technical innovation and improvement workgroups.
The Ideal Candidate: We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate:
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Hardworking and flexible with great attention to detail.
- Reliable, shows initiative, and proactive in meeting deadlines.
- Enthusiastic about Surface Water Management and SuDS and their role within the environment.
- Confident and professional manner.
- Good team working skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Supportive approach to mentoring less experienced team members.
- Ability to adapt to different cultures and working environments to build rapport with clients and the entire project team.
- 25-days leave per year plus bank holidays.
- Options to buy or sell leave.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Opportunities for personal and professional development.
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