Location
Inverness, with flexible hybrid working options available including Edinburgh and Glasgow offices.

Hours
Full Time, flexible working arrangements considered.

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Join AECOM’s dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Team as a Principal Hydraulic Modeller, leading advanced hydraulic modelling and flood risk projects that drive sustainable infrastructure and lasting environmental impact. You will act as a senior technical leader and advisor, delivering excellence in project delivery while supporting and developing team capability. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented, diverse team committed to innovation and efficiency across Scotland and the wider UK network.

You will be responsible for technical leadership on hydraulic modelling, hydrology, and flooding projects, developing methodologies, ensuring high-quality and cost-effective delivery, and providing strategic technical guidance to clients. You will oversee complex, high-profile projects, contribute to interdisciplinary reviews, and implement quality assurance processes. Mentoring and supporting junior and mid-level staff towards chartership and technical excellence will also be a key part of your role.

At AECOM, you will thrive in an inclusive, forward-thinking environment with access to career development opportunities, technical practice networks, and a flexible hybrid working model that supports a healthy work-life balance. Join us to help shape the future of water and make a positive impact on communities and the environment.

Experience
- Extensive experience in hydraulic modelling, hydrology, GIS, or data analysis including ArcGIS.
- Strong understanding of UK and international hydrology practices.
- Significant experience in fluvial, pluvial, and integrated hydraulic modelling using Innovyze ICM, Flood Modeller, or TUFLOW.
- Proven track record as a technical lead on complex modelling and hydrology projects.
- Strong experience within water consultancy delivering multidisciplinary projects.
- Demonstrated ability to develop methodologies, manage technical delivery, and influence project outcomes.

About you
- Chartered member of ICE or CIWEM (or equivalent).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a dynamic, deadline-driven team.
- Strong commitment, willingness to learn, and passion for innovation and sustainable solutions.

Qualifications
- Degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Sciences, GIS, Geography, or a related discipline.