Senior Flood Modeller

• Legal Entity: AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited
• Business Line:
  Water
• Work Location Model:
  Hybrid
• Operating Group:
  International
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  UK - Leeds

Your role will be a senior technical resource guiding junior staff and developing the flood modelling and hydrology offerings.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and check hydraulic models using Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, Mike 11, Mike 21, HEC-RAS, ICM to design Flood Alleviation Schemes, deliver Flood Risk Assessments, conduct reservoir flood studies.
• Develop water quality models (physico‑chemical, biological, bacterial, chemical) using MIKE, Delft3D, SIMCAT, ICM.
• Conceptualise and scope modelling approaches, assessing risks and opportunities.
• Undertake and check hydrological assessments using Flood Estimation Handbook, ReFH2, WINFAP.
• Lead and input on tenders, from innovative projects to multimillion‑pound framework contracts.
• Mentor staff to support professional development.
• Build relationships with clients and across other technical disciplines.
• Stay up‑to‑date with legislation and guidelines affecting services.
• Use AECOM’s project management systems to deliver outputs on agreed programme and budget.
• Collaborate with clients and teams on fluvial, coastal, surface water or drainage flood risk projects.

What we’re looking for:

• Significant experience in hydraulic and water quality modelling software (Mike, ICM, SIMCAT, Flood Modeller, TUFLOW).
• Knowledge of Environment Agency requirements for flood risk assessment models.
• Basic understanding of physico‑chemical water quality regulations for fresh waters.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional qualification with CIWEM or similar (obtained or near attainment).
• Knowledge of scripting (Python, Anaconda, Ruby) is advantageous.

Self‑motivated, able to work autonomously, committed, willing to learn and thrive in a deadline‑driven team.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexibility to work in a hybrid model.
• Career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University.
• Volunteering days, flexible working arrangements.

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