Senior / Principal Hydraulic Modeller

Job Title:
Senior / Principal Hydraulic Modeller

Salary:
60,000 - 65,000 (dependent on experience)

Location:
Exeter OR Croydon

Type:
Permanent, full-time, hybrid

Our client is looking for a Senior or Principal Flood Risk Consultant with a strong drainage design background, ideally with experience in hydraulic and 3D drainage network modelling. You will be a key player in delivering technical excellence across a range of exciting water-based infrastructure projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and clients nationwide.

In this role, you'll lead technical input, support business development, and ensure smooth project delivery. Your responsibilities will span from managing small to medium-sized projects, to mentoring junior colleagues and providing sound advice on sustainable drainage.

Our client is a well-established consultancy operating across the built and natural environment. With nearly a century of expertise, they focus on delivering sustainable, innovative solutions for both public and private sector clients. As part of a forward-thinking European investment group, their work directly supports long-term environmental goals, including the fight against global pollution and climate change.

• Lead technical input on hydraulic modelling and drainage projects
• Deliver high-quality engineering solutions in line with current legislation and best practice
• Produce feasibility studies, design calculations, tender documentation, and technical reports
• Mentor junior team members and check technical work
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to secure repeat work and enhance the company's reputation
• Contribute to bids and proposals, including technical methodologies and pricing
• Support the maintenance of internal standards, specifications, and quality systems

Qualifications:

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography or a related subject
• Chartered or Incorporated status via ICE or CIWEM (preferred)

Experience:

• Strong track record on water-based projects
• Proficient in hydraulic modelling software, particularly InfoWorks ICM
• Familiarity with 1D/2D modelling tools such as Flood Modeller or TUFLOW
• Experience in Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) design and 3D drainage modelling
• Understanding of UK water industry regulations and health & safety legislation
• Previous site visit and survey experience

Skills:

• Technical leadership in a multidisciplinary environment
• Ability to manage project scope, costs, and timelines
• Strong client-facing communication skills

• Hybrid working options for work-life balance
• Clear career progression and development pathways
• Inclusive and supportive team culture
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Commitment to diversity, wellbeing, and flexible working
• Recognition under the UK Government's Disability Confident Scheme

You must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy. You'll be given the support and flexibility to develop both personally and professionally while delivering meaningful work that positively impacts communities and the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.