Senior Flood Modeller

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to join a team of flood risk specialists and shape the future of the Water Industry

Our Water team is on the lookout for a passionate Senior Flood Modeller to join our dynamic and rapidly growing Water Business Line. This is your chance to help deliver high profile influential projects across the UK and even further afield while working at the heart of one of the UKs most ambitious and connected northern engineering hubs.

In this role you will be a senior technical resource that will guide our more junior staff and proactively aim to develop our offering to local authorities water companies private and public sector clients.

Heres what youll do:

At AECOM youll play a key role in delivering high-quality flood modelling and hydrology projects. Under general supervision you will:

• Developing and checking hydraulic models (using packages to such as Flood Modeller TUFLOW Mike 11 Mike 21 HEC-RAS and ICM) to assist the design of Flood Alleviation Schemes deliver Flood Risk Assessments and conduct reservoir flood studies.
• Develop water quality models (which could be physico-chemical biological bacterial or chemical) using industry standard software e.g. e.g. MIKE Delft3D SIMCAT and / or ICM)
• Conceptualisation and scoping of modelling approaches with consideration of the risks and opportunities in each.
• Undertaking and checking hydrological assessments including Flood Estimation Handbook ReFH2 and WINFAP
• Lead and input into tenders ranging from innovative one-off projects to multimillion pound framework contracts.
• Mentor staff within the team to support their professional development
• Build relationships with clients and across other technical disciplines
• Keep up-to-date with developments in legislation and guidelines that may affect our services
• Use AECOMs project management systems to deliver high-quality outputs to our clients in line with the agreed programme and budget
• Work closely with our clients and teams of engineers and technical specialists to help our clients deliver a wide range of fluvial coastal surface water or drainage flood risk management projects

If youre passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality AECOM welcomes you. Join our team where we dont just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects were working on and see firsthand the difference were making in the industry!

Come grow with us.

Become part of our dynamic Water business which boasts around 700 experts across the UK & Ireland. Collaborate with top-tier engineers and consultants to deliver a variety of captivating projects from small initiatives to large-scale ventures all the way from concept to completion.

At AECOM youll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued - and lets not forget about the perks! Youll 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 lifestyle. We recognise that everyones circumstances are different so were happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements that suit you.

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 worklife balance.

Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• Evidence of significant experience in hydraulic and water quality modelling software (such as Mike ICM SIMCAT Flood Modeller and/ or TUFLOW)
• Demonstrable knowledge of Environment Agency requirements in preparing flood models for flood risk assessments.
• Basic understanding of physico-chemical water quality and the associated regulatory standards for fresh waters.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or other relevant discipline
• Obtained or near to obtaining professional qualification with CIWEM or similar.
• Practical knowledge of scripting programmes such as Python Anaconda Ruby would be advantageous

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.

At AECOM we believe in creating a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions. If you share our vision and are ready to make a difference in the water industry we want to hear from you.

Additional Information :

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 At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

Want to find out more about the role or what working at AECOM is like

You can learn more about us here: Candidate Brochure 

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer 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 this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time