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Principal / Associate Flood Forecasting Modeller

aecom2
Bristol, GBR
Full-time
Onsite
Discovered 2 weeks ago
Flood forecasting modellingFlood ModellerPDMFlood forecasting model calibrationHydrological analysisHydrometric data analysis
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Role Overview

AECOM is seeking a Principal or Associate to join its growing Water team.

The role provides senior technical leadership on real-time flood forecasting projects.

The primary focus is flood forecasting, with opportunities to support wider hydrology and non-real-time modelling projects.

Responsibilities

  • Produce and review Flood Forecasting Inception Stage Reports, including model and hydrometric data quality assessments.
  • Develop, calibrate and check flood forecasting models such as PDM and Flood Modeller.
  • Carry out non-real-time modelling and hydrological analysis using Flood Modeller, ICM, HEC-RAS, MIKE 11 and FEH methods.
  • Produce and review technical reports covering model builds and uncertainties.
  • Lead and contribute to tenders for key clients.
  • Mentor team members and build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Use project management systems to deliver high-quality outputs on time and within budget.

Requirements

  • Significant Flood Modeller flood forecasting modelling experience is required.
  • Knowledge of Environment Agency requirements and Incident Management Forecasting Systems is required.
  • Experience applying and calibrating hydrological models and analysing hydrometric data is required.
  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or a relevant discipline is required.
  • Strong GIS skills using QGIS, ArcGIS and/or MapInfo are required.
  • Practical scripting knowledge in Python, Anaconda, Ruby or a similar language is advantageous.
  • Candidates should be self-motivated and able to work autonomously in a deadline-driven team.

Workplace and Flexibility

  • AECOM offers a flexible hybrid working model.
  • Part-time or flexible working arrangements may be discussed.

Development and Benefits

  • The role includes career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University and volunteering days.
  • AECOM provides competitive compensation, benefits and well-being programs.

About AECOM

AECOM is an infrastructure consulting firm delivering advisory, planning, design, engineering, program and construction management services.

Its Water business collaborates with engineers and consultants on projects across the UK and Ireland.

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