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Principal Hydraulic Modeller (Flood Risk)
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Principal Hydraulic Modeller (Flood Risk)
Hydraulic / Flood Risk Modeller
— Sustainable Water Management Team, WSP
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
Our Sustainable Water Management Team is growing, and we are seeking Hydraulic / Flood Risk Modellers who want to make a real impact.
A Role With Real Influence
You will play a key role in delivering our national programme of flood risk work, supporting major infrastructure, FCERM studies, and strategic projects across government, water, transport and energy sectors.
This is your opportunity to take on a technical role that will influence project direction, collaborate across disciplines, and help develop our national hydraulic modelling capability.
Why Work With Us?
Impactful Flood Risk Work
Help deliver fluvial and pluvial modelling that shapes decisions on communities, infrastructure, and climate resilience.
Shape Our Future
Influence approaches, innovation and technical direction for a highly skilled team.
Diverse and Strategic Projects
Work on FCERM studies, major infrastructure schemes and government/authority projects.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Lead fluvial and pluvial modelling using software such as:
- Flood Modeller
- TUFLOW
- HEC-RAS
- Infoworks ICM
- Provide technical leadership, coordinate flood studies and develop modelling approaches.
- Review hydraulic models to ensure technical quality and statutory compliance.
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Reporting & Engagement
- Prepare clear technical reports, presentations and project deliverables.
- Lead or support proposal writing, opportunity monitoring and business development.
- Engage with clients, regulators and stakeholders to drive project success.
Essential Requirements
- Strong track record in fluvial and pluvial hydraulic modelling.
- Experience in providing technical leadership and reviewing models for statutory bodies.
- Commercial awareness, including project management and bid support.
- Commitment to working within multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience in infrastructure, local authority, or national government projects.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build trusted client relationships.
- Chartered status (or close to it) with a relevant professional body (e.g., CIWEM, ICE).
Useful Additional Skills:
- GIS expertise
- FCERM studies experience
- Flood Risk Assessments
- UK flood modelling methods (e.g., Regulatory Assessment Framework)
- Relevant flood policy knowledge
Don’t worry if you don’t meet everything—we can explore how your experience aligns with the team’s needs.
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A Future You’ll Love
About Us
WSP is a world-leading engineering firm with a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion. Our UK & Ireland team of over 11,000 professionals drives change—locally and globally—demonstrating that “you can.”
What’s In It For You?
Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid flexibility: Work two days remotely, collaborate in modern offices.
- “WSP My Hour”: Use one hour daily for personal needs—flexible within the same day.
Inclusivity & Belonging
- We value whole selves at work, embrace diversity, and host employee resource groups to foster a culture of belonging.
Health & Wellbeing
- Thrive Programme: Support for health and wellbeing.
- P 무료 GP Service (NHS/Irish Medical Council).
- Free workplace adjustments if needed.
- Gymflex: Up to 40% off gym memberships.
- Menopause support package.
Career Growth
- Continued training, mentoring and Chartership support.
- Genuine opportunities to learn, develop and progress.
#WeAreWSP
WSP passionately encourages applications from all backgrounds—disability, gender, age, race, religion, etc.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will interview all disabled candidates meeting essential criteria.
Apply today—shape a future you’ll love, and help build a brighter one for everyone.
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