Principal Water Quality Scientist/ Modeller

This Principal Water Quality Scientist/ Modeller opportunity in Manchester, Leeds is built around work closely with our clients and teams of engineers and technical specialists to help our clients deliver a wide range of fluvial and coastal surface water quality projects. It would suit someone who can bring strong professional approach to the role.

Who the work supports

We have over 100 Water Environment staff across the UK and Ireland, with hubs in Manchester, Leeds, Basingstoke, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Dublin, Nottingham, Croydon and Exe. We are a close-knit team of environmental modellers, hydrologists, water scientists, hydrogeologists, geomorphologists, hydroecologists and project managers.

How support shows up

Work closely with our clients and teams of engineers and technical specialists to help our clients deliver a wide range of fluvial and coastal surface water quality projects. Produce and review of high-quality technical reports documenting model build and uncertainties in the model build process. Leading and input into tenders ranging from innovative one-off projects to multimillion pound framework contracts.

The approach that fits

Strong professional approach.

What needs to be in place

• Experience of any of the following packages desired: MIKE+, MIKE21/3 HD/AD/Ecolab, InfoWorks ICM, SAGIS-SIMCAT, Cormix.
• Masters degree (or equivalent) in hydrology, engineering, maths or other relevant discipline.
• Expertise in water quality, including knowledge on compounds such as cryptosporidium, PFAS, geosmin and disinfection by products and effective treatment means.

Job details

• Join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Environment team in one of our rapidly growing UK offices, as well as taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model.
• Work model: Remote.
• Additional detail: Flexible working options may be available.