Associate / Technical Director Flood Risk Modelling Lead

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Job Description

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to lead a team of flood risk specialists and shape the future of the Water Industry?

We’re looking for a  Technical Director or Associate  to join our growing  Water team . You’ll play a senior technical role, leading teams to deliver flood risk modelling projects, while helping to expand our services on existing frameworks with our Gold clients such as the Environment Agency, National Grid and water companies..

Here's what you'll do

• Work with our dedicated project teams nationally to provide technical direction in the delivery of complex and challenging projects.
• Technically lead or verify hydraulic modelling projects which are assisting the design of flood alleviation schemes, flood risk assessments or the Environment Agency’s flood maps.
• Technically review or verify technical reports documenting model build and uncertainties in the model build process.
• Lead and input into proposals ranging from innovative one-off projects to large framework contracts.
• Mentor staff within the team to support their professional development
• Build relationships externally with clients and with other internal technical disciplines
• Keep up-to-date with policy and technical developments and guidelines , share them with the team and identify and implement adaptations to our services
• Deliver thought leadership and represent AECOM at conferences to showcase our expertise
• Drive innovation within the team to deliver our projects efficiently and right first-time, including the development and enablement of AI solutions.
• Be an active member of our global community of hydraulic modellers.

For the right applicants who are looking to further grow their leadership and operational capability, we also have part time opportunities to take on additional team responsibilities alongside this role. For example, managing and developing our teams to ensure brilliant delivery within our Water business in England & Wales, and driving AECOM’s culture, values and quality. Please flag in your application if such an additional role is of interest to you.

If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, we want to hear from you! Why not give our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!

Come & Grow with Us. 

At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued - and let's not forget about the perks! You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days and our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle. We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are different, so we’re happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements that suit you.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a team that tackles challenging and impactful water projects.
• Work alongside industry-leading professionals and thought leaders.
• Engage in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Enjoy the flexibility to work in a way that fits your lifestyle while supporting a healthy work–life balance.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Evidence of significant experience (more than 15 years) in hydraulic and modelling software ( such as Flood Modeller , InfoWorks ICM and/ or TUFLOW)
• Deep understanding of Environment Agency requirements in preparing flood models for flood risk assessments and scheme design.
• An established presence and network in the industry which is demonstrated through active engagement activities on LinkedIn and or presentations.
• Understanding of hydrological assessments using FEH and REFH2
• Strong leadership and communicative skills with the ability to develop and maintain working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or other relevant discipline
• Chartered member of ICE or CIWEM
• Strong GIS skills using QGIS, ArcGIS and / or MapInfo.
• Experience of Flood Forecasting modelling would be advantageous
• Practical knowledge of scripting programmes such as Python, Anaconda, Ruby would be advantageous

You will also be self-motivated with an ability to work both autonomously where required, with a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a fluid deadline driven team environment.

At AECOM, we believe in creating a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions. If you share our vision and are ready to make a difference in the water industry, we want to hear from you.

Additional Information

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address  View email address on jobs.smartrecruiters.com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

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