Location
Croydon

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Join AECOM’s dynamic Water team as a Principal or Associate Flood Forecasting Modeller and play a senior technical role leading teams to deliver real-time flood forecasting projects. You will help expand our services with the Environment Agency and other clients, working primarily on flood forecasting but also on wider hydrology and non-real-time modelling projects. Your responsibilities will include producing and reviewing Flood Forecasting Inception Stage Reports, developing and calibrating flood forecasting models such as PDM and Flood Modeller, and carrying out hydrological analysis using tools like Flood Modeller, ICM, HEC-RAS, MIKE 11, and FEH methods. You will produce high-quality technical reports, lead tenders, mentor team members, build strong client relationships, and stay current with relevant legislation and guidelines. As part of a team of around 700 water experts across the UK and Ireland, you will collaborate on projects ranging from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, from concept to completion. AECOM offers an inclusive and forward-thinking environment with career development opportunities, flexible hybrid working, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.

Experience
- Significant experience in flood forecasting modelling using Flood Modeller
- Strong knowledge of Environment Agency requirements and flood forecasting models compatible with their Incident Management Forecasting Systems
- Proven ability to apply and calibrate hydrological models such as Muskingum-Cunge and Probability Distribution Model
- Experience processing and analysing hydrometric data including gauge rating reviews

About you
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and in a dynamic, deadline-driven team environment
- Strong commitment, willingness to learn, and passion for innovation
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues

Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or a relevant discipline
- Strong GIS skills (QGIS, ArcGIS and/or MapInfo)
- Practical knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Anaconda, or Ruby is advantageous