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Principal Wastewater Modeller

Egis Group
Sustainability/Environmental Consulting
Sustainability/Environmental Consulting
£60,000 - £85,000/Year
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Description

Location
London with hybrid working options including Bristol and Manchester

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
The UK water sector is undergoing unprecedented investment and transformation. Egis is expanding its Water Business in the UK and building a high-performing multidisciplinary team delivering services across Flood Risk, Civil Engineering, Nature-based Solutions, and Hydraulic Modelling. As a Principal Wastewater Modeller, you will take a lead role in developing wastewater modelling services primarily for water companies, supporting asset investment decisions through optioneering and detailed design phases. This is a unique opportunity to shape and grow Egis’ wastewater modelling capability in the UK, leveraging global expertise and a strong commitment to sustainable infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include leading Infoworks ICM network modelling expertise, promoting best practice and innovation, championing sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and blue-green infrastructure, mentoring colleagues, collaborating with teams across the UK, Ireland and France, providing expert technical advice, managing projects, supporting business development, maintaining client relationships, and representing Egis at industry events.

Requirements

Experience
- Extensive experience developing, verifying, calibrating, and reviewing Infoworks ICM models for wastewater and urban drainage networks
- Good understanding of hydrological assessment methods (e.g. FEH, ReFH)
- Experience or interest in developing digital tools to improve hydraulic modelling efficiency, including scripting/automation (Python, Ruby etc.)
- Knowledge of other hydraulic modelling software such as Tuflow, Mike, Flood Modeller Pro is beneficial
- Experience in flood risk modelling, assessment, and mapping is advantageous

About you
- Hands-on, delivery and client focused with a positive and strong work ethic
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
- Passionate about mentoring and supporting colleagues’ development
- Able to work effectively in multi-disciplinary and remote teams
- Innovative mindset, always seeking to improve, automate, streamline, and learn

Qualifications
- BSc/Eng or MSc/Eng in Civil, Water or Environmental Engineering disciplines
- 8+ years of relevant experience
- Obtained or near to obtaining professional qualification with CIWEM or similar
- Demonstrable experience working with clients, contractors or consultancies in the UK Water Sector
- Knowledge of UK regulator requirements (e.g. Environment Agency), modelling standards and technical specifications

Please note you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

Expiry date: 11/10/2026
Principal Wastewater Modeller
Company:
Egis Group
Salary:
£60,000 - £85,000/Year
Job Type:
Job
Location:
London