Location
Croydon

Hours
Hybrid working model with flexibility to work from an AECOM office, remote location, or client site

Salary
Competitive salary with a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs tailored to support employees and their families

About the Role
Join AECOM’s dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Environment team as a Senior Water Scientist or Hydrologist and help shape the future of the water industry. You will work on an exceptional portfolio of water programmes and projects through long-term partnerships with key public and private sector clients including the Environment Agency, Natural England, National Highways, Water Companies, NRW, River Trusts, developers, and overseas clients. Key responsibilities include developing catchment-wide river restoration plans, delivering hydrological reviews and water balance studies, designing and installing Natural Flood Management measures, and contributing to Environmental Improvement Programmes (WINEP). You will also be involved in major projects such as the Lower Thames Crossing and water environment chapters in Environmental Statements and Water Framework Directive assessments. The role covers work primarily in fluvial environments, with significant focus on estuaries, lakes, and marine environments. You will collaborate with a team of over 85 specialists across geomorphology, hydrology, hydro-ecology, water quality, and hydrogeology, taking an active role in client engagement and commercial project aspects. Health, safety, and environmental considerations underpin all work. AECOM offers career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days, and a flexible hybrid working model to support work-life balance and well-being.

Experience
- Proven experience in hydrology (low flows and flood risk), hydromorphology, water quality, and/or hydroecology with a strong understanding of aquatic systems
- Proficiency in hydrological software and environmental modelling (hydrological, hydraulic, water quality, water resources)
- Skilled in GIS software applications
- Experience in technical project delivery including bid preparation, drafting technical proposals, and project management
- Ability to clearly present complex technical information visually and orally to diverse audiences

About you
- A proactive and collaborative professional comfortable working in multidisciplinary teams
- Strong client engagement skills with commercial awareness
- Committed to health, safety, and environmental best practices
- Embraces diversity and inclusion, valuing unique perspectives and contributions

Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject such as geography, physical sciences, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, or related fields