Senior / Principal Consultant - Hydrology

Senior / Principal Consultant - HydrologyUnited Kingdom
Glasgow, Dunbartonshire, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Bristol, Avon, United Kingdom
Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom

Job DescriptionWhat if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life.
You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives.
You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
A little more about your role … Are you ready for the next step in your career?
Are you eager to help deliver and grow our national programme of work?
Focussing on the delivery of flood risk management and strategic infrastructure projects you will have the opportunity to be a major contributor or lead for our external and internal clients.
You will be responsible for driving the direction of projects working with other WSP disciplines and overseeing and mentoring less experienced hydrologists within our Sustainable Water Management Consulting team.
Your work will be varied and challenging and is likely to include the following:
Providing technical leadership for flood hydrology using recognised UK based methods (FEH Statistical, ReFH etc.)
for often complex studies (e.g.
small catchments, permeable, urban, complex data)Undertaking Quality Assurance and independent technical reviewsUndertaking and supervising the production of high quality client- and public-facing deliverables, demonstrated through excellence in communication and an ability to present the visualisation and interpretation of complex dataMentoring and technical development of others in hydrologySupport business development through identifying prospective opportunities, supporting on the preparation of proposals and strengthening WSP's relationship with clientsProviding project, commercial and financial management for projectsUndertaking client and stakeholder liaisonDisplaying and promoting a 'safety first' attitude in line with WSP's health and safety policy and proceduresAlthough primarily a UK based role, you will also be expected to work collaboratively with teams across WSP's global business.
Your Team Our national fluvial and pluvial modelling team deliver flood modelling to support a broad portfolio of work including FCERM studies and major infrastructure projects (including working across the energy, transport, government and water sectors).
As a key member of the national hydrology team you will be responsible for delivery and technical oversight of projects to provide a range of flood risk management related services for government, local authority, private and major infrastructure clients as well as supporting the delivery of innovation.
We offer a dynamic, but supportive environment for a motivated and talented individual to fulfil their potential.
We recognise that our people are central to our success as a business.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate … Proven track record in undertaking hydrology studiesExperience of undertaking hydrology reviews for statutory bodiesAbility to work within multidisciplinary teamsDrive and ability to build client relationshipsExcellent interpersonal skillsExcellent 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 within an agreed period)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. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact.
Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
With us, you can.
Apply today. Job InfoJob Identification 64824Locations Wharfside Street, Birmingham, B1 1RT, GB Newcastle Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7YQ, GB 1 Queen Street, Bristol, BS2 0HQ, GB 70 Chancery Lane, London, WC2A 1AF, GB 110 Queen Street, Glasgow, G1 3BX, GB 15, St. Christophers Way, Derby, DE24 8JY, GB Tithebarn Street, Liverpool, L2 2QP, GB 8 First Street, Manchester, M15 4RP, GBPosting Date 01/03/2025, 11:26 AMAbout UsWe are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready! In today's world it's important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.
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WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Work-life balance? WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that's for your families, friends, or yourself.
Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Diversity? We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work.
We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP's Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.
Flex your time? For improved work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP Hour" which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also offer part-time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that's why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that's chartership, training or mentoring.
APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP! #WeAreWSP Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.
As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application. Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

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