Principal Hydraulic Modeller – Flood Risk
- Full-time
- Business Group: DCS
- Legal Entity: AECOM Limited
- Business Line: Water
- Work Location Model: Hybrid
- Operating Group: International
- Primary Location: UK – Edinburgh – Tanfield
“Shape the future of water with AECOM — lead advanced modelling that drives sustainable infrastructure and lasting environmental impact.”
Work with Us. Change the World.
Join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Team as a Principal Hydraulic Modeller in our rapidly growing Edinburgh and Glasgow offices – whilst also taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model.
In this role, you will act as a senior technical leader and advisor, driving excellence in project delivery while supporting and developing team capability.
This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to lead a talented, diverse team committed to innovation and efficiency. The team in Scotland has a broad range of skills, and we pride ourselves on delivering large-scale, multidisciplinary projects supported by the wider AECOM network.
We take a collaborative approach across our Water, Energy, Environmental and Transportation sectors, and we are looking for a proactive leader to help grow and strengthen our UK Water teams.
Here’s what you’ll do:
- Act as a technical lead and subject matter expert for hydraulic modelling, hydrology and flooding projects.
- Lead the development of technical approaches and methodologies, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective project delivery.
- Serve as a senior technical advisor to the team, supporting complex problem-solving and decision-making.
- Deliver and oversee technically challenging, high-profile projects for key clients.
- Provide specialist technical input into studies and designs within your area of expertise.
- Lead and contribute to interdisciplinary reviews of project deliverables.
- Develop and implement quality assurance and quality control processes, including review of calculations, models, and technical outputs.
- Prepare and review technical specifications, reports, and design documentation.
- Develop construction cost estimates and estimates of technical effort for projects.
- Contribute to the development of project budgets and schedules, ensuring delivery aligns with client and programme requirements.
- Use your expertise across all stages of project delivery, including PS&E (Plans, Specifications & Estimates) packages.
- Provide strategic technical guidance to clients, enabling informed decision-making.
- Mentor and support junior and mid-level staff, helping them progress towards chartership and technical excellence.
- Support team growth, capability development, and contribute to a positive team culture.
Come grow with us.
At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward‑thinking environment where your contributions are valued. You’ll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well‑being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days and our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work‑life balance that suits your style.
Why Join Us:
- Be part of a dynamic team that tackles challenging and impactful water projects.
- Work alongside industry‑leading professionals and thought leaders.
- Engage in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Enjoy the flexibility to work in a way that fits your lifestyle while supporting a healthy work–life balance.
Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?
Here’s what we’re looking for:
- A degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Sciences, GIS, Geography, or a related discipline.
- Chartered member of ICE or CIWEM (or equivalent).
- Extensive experience in hydraulic modelling, hydrology, GIS, or data analysis, including ArcGIS.
- Strong understanding of UK and international hydrology practices.
- Significant experience in fluvial, pluvial, and integrated hydraulic modelling, particularly using Innovyze ICM, Flood Modeller, or TUFLOW.
- Proven track record as a technical lead on complex modelling and hydrology projects.
- Strong experience within water consultancy, delivering multidisciplinary projects.
- Demonstrated ability to develop methodologies, manage technical delivery, and influence project outcomes.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
You will also be self‑motivated with an ability to work both autonomously where required, with a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a dynamic, deadline‑driven team environment.
Application Support
We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAdjustments@aecom.com. At AECOM, we value everyone’s unique contributions and perspectives.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
We are a DisabilityConfidentEmployer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long‑term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using the email address ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com if you would like to apply through the DisabilityConfidentInterview Scheme.
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