Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Principal/Associate Geomorphologist
Lead river restoration projects with design, modelling, and delivery responsibilities.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The role is for an experienced Geomorphologist and River Restoration Project Lead within the UK Water team. You will be responsible for planning, managing, modelling, and designing sustainable geomorphology and river restoration schemes for a range of national and international clients. Current and recent projects include re‑meandering design and construction supervision for the River Breamish (SSSI/SAC), River Eye, and River Cocker, as well as nature recovery, wetland restoration, and large‑scale flood‑management planning across the North York Moors National Park. Additional work involves weir removals, fish passes, river‑basin restoration planning, and geomorphological management plans worldwide, including New Zealand. Key technical areas cover geomorphology and hydromorphology, river engineering with CDM compliance, hydraulic and sediment‑transport modelling, and the coordination of multi‑discipline teams throughout project delivery. You will also lead project management activities and ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are met. All Water Environment team members engage directly with clients and handle commercial aspects of projects. As a senior geomorphologist you will mentor junior staff, act as a technical coach, and maintain strong relationships with regulators, water companies, and other stakeholders. • Lead planning, modelling, and design of river restoration schemes • Deliver high‑quality project execution and contractor supervision • Coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams across all project phases • Apply hydraulic and sediment‑transport modelling techniques • Develop geomorphological management and flood‑hazard plans • Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and health‑safety standards • Manage client relationships and commercial project aspects • Mentor and coach junior engineers and peers • Conduct WFD, BNG, and MoRPh surveys for UK and Ireland projects • Provide technical expertise in geomorphology and hydromorphology • Utilise project management best practices to meet delivery targets
Key Responsibilities
- ▸hydraulic modelling
- ▸sediment modelling
- ▸geomorphology design
- ▸project execution
- ▸team coordination
- ▸client management
What You Bring
The ideal candidate holds a degree in geography, physical sciences, engineering, or a related field, has proven river‑restoration experience, and demonstrates strong project‑management, communication, and leadership skills. AECOM welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds, including neurodiverse candidates, and provides reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Interested candidates can learn more about the role and AECOM’s culture on social media platforms or by contacting recruiter Melissa Moody on LinkedIn. Applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals, and disability‑confident interview options are available. • Hold a degree in geography, physical sciences, engineering, or related field • Demonstrate proven river‑restoration experience and strong leadership skills
Requirements
- ▸degree
- ▸river restoration
- ▸leadership
- ▸project management
- ▸communication
Benefits
AECOM offers a flexible hybrid working model, career development programmes such as AECOM University, technical practice networks, volunteering days, and a comprehensive suite of core and personalised benefits designed to support employee well‑being and growth. • Support flexible hybrid working and work‑life balance • Access career development through AECOM University and practice networks • Benefit from comprehensive compensation, wellbeing, and volunteering programs
Work Environment
Hybrid