Senior Water Scientist/Hydrologist
Aecom
Lead water modeling, hydrology, and environmental projects for diverse clients.
16 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
51,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction Services
Project Management
Design
Architecture
Consulting
Environmental Services
Program Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Agriculture, Food & Beverage
Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure
High Performance Logistics
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Modernization
Role
What you would be doing
environmental improvement
river restoration
water modelling
fish passes
flood management
hydrological review
- Delivering improvements through working on water company’s Environmental Improvement Programme (WINEP).
- Developing catchment wide river restoration plans for water companies.
- Deriving strategies to deliver catchment water quantity and quality improvements, driven by WFD and Local Nature Recovery requirements.
- Designing and helping delivering awards fish passes and river restoration schemes.
- Developing a modelling approach and running these to inform management decisions, such as water level dependent designated sites.
- Design, modelling and installation of Natural Flood Management measures.
- Delivering hydrological reviews and water balance studies for a range of purposes, such as determining supply sources and ensuring a canal remains sufficiently full despite its top up water supply failing.
What you bring
gis
hydrological software
degree
project management
report writing
hydrology
- Experienced in technical project delivery (from bid preparation, drafting technical proposals to project management)
- Proficiency in GIS software.
- Have a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as: geography, physical sciences, chemistry, maths, engineering etc.
- Report writing skills and ability to clearly present complex technical information visually and orally to a wide audience.
- Proficiency in the application of hydrological software and environmental modelling (hydrological/ hydraulic/ water quality/ water resources).
- Experienced in hydrology (low flows and flood risk), hydromorphology, water quality and / or hydroecology and a strong understanding of aquatic systems.
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Company
Overview
Born 1990
Year of Formation
The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.
$16B annual revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.
150+ countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.
Megaprojects delivery
Project Scope
The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.
- Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
- Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
- Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.
- Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
- Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
- Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
- Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
- Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.
2040
Net Zero Carbon Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
50%
Emission Reduction Target
Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
- Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
- Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
- Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.
50% gender parity
Gender Parity Target
Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.
35% increase
Women Leadership Growth
Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.
- Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
- Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
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