Principal Hydrologist (Flood Risk Consultant)

Overview

In this Principal Hydrologist role, you will lead complex flood risk projects across the UK, guiding technical delivery and shaping the team’s direction. You’ll work within a collaborative Hydrology and Flood Risk group, delivering climate-resilient water environment solutions for public water supply, wastewater, and LLFA projects. Your leadership will focus on mentoring, QA, and business development to grow capability. This role offers meaningful impact through protecting communities and advancing sustainable, natural flood management. You’ll join a growing practice with strong cross-functional collaboration and a clear path to influence.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus schemes
• Enhanced pension plan
• Annual leave with buy/sell options
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance

Responsibilities

• Lead complex flood risk and drainage consultancy projects from planning through delivery
• Mentor junior colleagues and drive quality assurance across projects
• Support business development and shape the future direction of flood risk and water environment capability
• Deliver FRA, hydraulic modelling, hydrology, and SuDS design across public water supply resilience
• Coordinate liaison with Environment Agencies, LLFAs, SEPA, and water companies
• Prepare EIA and GIS analysis for technical and non-technical audiences
• Develop river restoration and natural flood management strategies
• Contribute to LLFA studies and local flood risk management planning

Key requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science, or related discipline
• Chartered or working towards chartered status with CIWEM, ICE, or similar body
• Significant experience in managing and delivering water environment projects
• Strong leadership, client relationship management, and communication skills
• Proven ability to produce high-quality technical reports for diverse audiences
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and contribute to strategic direction

• Collaboration
• Leadership
• Communication
• Flood Risk Assessments in line with national policy
• Hydraulic modelling (Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, InfoWorks ICM)
• Hydrology methods (FEH, ReFH2, WINFAP)

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