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Flood Risk / Hydraulic Modeller - Sustainable Water Management
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Flood Risk / Hydraulic Modeller - Sustainable Water Management
Flood Risk Modellers – Sustainable Water Management Team
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At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow while doing what matters to you. Leverage our global reach to explore new challenges and collaborate with diverse individuals who will expand your horizons.
Our Sustainable Water Management Team are seeking Flood Risk Modellers to help deliver our national programme of work. Focus on flood risk management projects, where you’ll have the chance to lead and contribute to work for external and internal clients.
About the Team
Our national fluvial and pluvial modelling team delivers flood modelling to support:
- FCERM (Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management) studies
- Major infrastructure projects (energy, transport, government, and water sectors)
- Strategic flood resilience studies
As a key team member, you’ll:
- Collaborate with our hydraulic modelling team
- Provide technical oversight for flood risk management projects
- Offer services for government, local authority, private sector, and major infrastructure clients
- Drive innovation in the sector
Responsibilities
Core Duties
- Work on fluvial and pluvial modelling projects, including:
- Experience with software like Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, HEC-RAS, or ICM
- Supporting flood modelling studies
- Developing hydraulic modelling approaches
- Leading or supporting technical reviews of models
- Preparing or contributing to technical reports and client presentations
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Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
Proven ability to:
- Deliver fluvial and pluvial hydraulic modelling
- Provide technical leadership in flood modelling
- Conduct model reviews for statutory bodies
- Offer project management and bid preparation expertise
- Foster cross-disciplinary teamwork
- Work within or deliver projects for infrastructure, local authorities, or national government
Additional Strengths
- Experience with:
- GIS
- FCERM studies
- Flood Risk Assessments
- Knowledge of UK flood risk policy (NPPF, TAN15 guidelines)
- UK flood estimation methodologies
Benefits
Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid working (2 days/week remote with flexible office collaboration)
- "WSP My Hour" policy – one hour daily for personal activities
- Customisable bank holiday use
- Part-time and flexible working options
- Additional holiday purchase
Inclusion & Belonging
- Culture of gender, neurodiversity, ethnicity, ability, and LGBTQ+ inclusivity
- Employee resource groups to foster belonging
- Respectful, authentic, and transparent work environment
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Wellbeing & Health Support
- Thrive programme for holistic health improvement
- Access to Virtual GP services (24/7 NHS or ISS medical advice)
- Reasonable parental/workplace adjustments
- Gymflex: 40% discount on annual gym memberships
- Comprehensive menopause support
About WSP
We’re one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, valued for our innovation, integrity, and inclusive culture. Our 11,000+ UK/Ireland professionals build resilient communities through cutting-edge solutions.
Why Join Us?
“At WSP, you can.” Pursue a fulfilling career while making a real difference globally—your impact matters.
Apply today and start shaping your future in engineering and sustainability.
About Diversity & Accessibility
WSP positively encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, neurodivergence, or other protected characteristics. Interviews will be offered to all disabled applicants meeting the essential criteria. Please disclose any adjustments required by contacting: [Disclosure contact details to be replaced per actual process] As a Disability Confident leader, we’re committed to supporting your needs from the start.
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