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Principal / Associate Flood Forecasting Modeller

aecom2
Cardiff, GBR
Full-time
Onsite
Discovered 2 weeks ago
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Role overview

Join AECOM’s Water team as a Principal or Associate Flood Forecasting Modeller.

Lead teams delivering real-time flood forecasting projects for the Environment Agency and other clients.

Work will also include wider hydrology and non-real-time modelling projects.

Responsibilities

  • Produce and review Flood Forecasting Inception Stage Reports, including assessments of existing models and hydrometric data.
  • 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 that document model builds and associated uncertainties.
  • Lead and contribute to tenders for key clients.
  • Mentor team members and build strong client and cross-disciplinary relationships.
  • Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines.
  • Use project management systems to deliver outputs on time and within budget.

Requirements

  • Significant experience in flood forecasting modelling, particularly Flood Modeller.
  • Strong knowledge of Environment Agency requirements and forecasting systems.
  • Experience applying and calibrating hydrological models such as Muskingum-Cunge and PDM.
  • Experience analysing hydrometric data, including gauge rating reviews.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or a relevant discipline.
  • Strong GIS skills using QGIS, ArcGIS, MapInfo, or similar tools.
  • Scripting knowledge in Python, Anaconda, Ruby, or a similar tool is advantageous.
  • Ability to work autonomously and contribute effectively in a deadline-driven team.

Working arrangements

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

About AECOM Water

AECOM’s UK and Ireland Water business includes hundreds of engineers and consultants delivering water projects from concept through completion.

The business works on infrastructure and environmental projects with public- and private-sector clients.

Benefits and development

  • The role offers career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
  • AECOM provides competitive compensation and benefits designed to support employee well-being and flexibility.

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