Principal Hydraulic Modeller

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • City, Sheffield
  • May 05, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Principal Hydraulic Modeller
UK Flexible Location
Salary: 60,000 - 75,000

Are you a Principal Hydraulic Modeller ready to lead major modelling projects and shape technical direction across a high-performing water team?

This Principal Hydraulic Modeller opportunity is with a leading consultancy that values technical excellence, trusted leadership and flexible working. The Principal Hydraulic Modeller will play a key role in delivering wastewater and surface water projects across the UK, supporting clients with integrated catchment modelling, network performance and practical asset strategies. For an experienced Principal Hydraulic Modeller, this is a strong opportunity to influence delivery, support team development and build client relationships.

Key responsibilities
Lead wastewater and surface water modelling projects from scope to completion
Build, review and approve ICM or InfoWorks models in 1D and 2D
Interpret outputs and develop practical, cost-effective solutions
Oversee surveys, data collection and technical QA processes
Manage budgets, resources and programme delivery
Mentor senior and junior engineers within the team
Support client meetings, proposals and framework development
Maintain strong health and safety and quality standards

Candidate requirements
Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or similar
Extensive experience in wastewater hydraulic modelling
Advanced knowledge of ICM or InfoWorks
Strong experience leading teams and reviewing technical delivery
Confident client-facing and project management skills

The Principal Hydraulic Modeller role offers hybrid flexibility, national project exposure, genuine leadership responsibility and a salary of 60,000 - 75,000 plus excellent benefits. This Principal Hydraulic Modeller role will suit someone ready to lead with authority and impact.

Eligibility to Apply

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.