Senior / Principal Hydrologist

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. A little more about your role … WSP are looking for Hydrologists and Water Resources Hydrologists at all levels from Senior Consultant to Associate Director to join our Sustainable Water Management Consulting team. Focussing on the delivery of a wide range of national infrastructure and flood risk management projects you will lead hydrological contributions for our external and internal clients. Based on your personal interests and strengths, you might find yourself contributing to Our national fluvial and pluvial modelling team to provide flood modelling services that support a wide range of projects, including Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) studies and strategic infrastructure initiatives across the energy, transport, government, and water sectors. The delivery of hydrology and water resources management services to UK water companies, aiding in the development of water resource and drought plans, new water supply assets, and supporting the Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP). Water resource assessments for the industrial and energy sectors, contributing to climate resilience and adaptation planning. We offer a dynamic, but supportive environment for motivated and talented individuals looking to fulfil their potential. We recognise that our people are central to our success as a business and we are ready to invest in you! Although primarily a UK based role, you will also be expected to work collaboratively with teams across WSP’s global business. What we will be looking for you to demonstrate … Detailed understanding of UK hydrological techniques and knowledge of recent updates and active fields of development with a proven track record in undertaking high flow studies. Understanding and experience of carrying out reviews and calculations to satisfy UK statutory bodies (EA, SEPA, NRW or DfI) Commercial awareness, with experience of identifying and developing business opportunities as well as the preparation of winning proposals. A sound understanding of client needs, their opportunities and challenges, with a track record of leading and winning work. Excellent report-writing, technical review, numerical and analytical skills, with an eye for detail and enjoy solving challenging hydrological problems. Chartership with a relevant professional body (or commitment to work towards) Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today. #LI-DM2