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Principal Hydrogeologist

Birmingham
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Working closely with Head of Discipline of Hydrogeology, to manage delivery of water resource and low-flow studies aligned to our clients WINEP commitments, you will play a key part in our UK Water Catchment Management & Maritime capability team, you will be involved in the technical delivery of a wide scope of Geological and Hydro Geological Projects. As part of a project-focused multi-disciplinary team you will also provide functional expertise to water resource management and environmental impact assessments.

Alongside this you will provide specialist hydrogeological support in the review of hydrogeological datasets, the identification of groundwater-surface water interaction, formulation of conceptual site models, design and implementation of groundwater monitoring schemes, groundwater model interrogation, signal test design and analysis, as well as assessment of the impact of abstraction and options for meeting WINEP objectives.

Remit and responsibilities will include

  • Work with and lead a collaborative industry-leading multidisciplinary team, e.g. hydrologists, hydro-morphologists, aquatic ecologists, environmental economists etc.
  • Oversee, review and sign off complex pieces of work, ensuring all solutions are in line with project requirements.
  • Lead and actively contribute to technical excellence development, maintaining subject matter expert status by keeping up to date with the latest industry and technical innovation.
  • Continually engage with a wider network to complement technical excellence, alongside supporting and mentoring colleagues.
  • Development and delivery of technical solutions that both meet and exceed both current and future industry requirements.
  • Act as Project Verifier on local/regional and national projects.
  • Oversee the submission of complex technical papers to clients.

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Here's what you'll need

We would be delighted to hear from candidates with a blend of the following skills, experience and attributes:

  • An industry-recognised area of expertise within Hydrogeology, with a focus on water resources and low flow studies aligned to water utility companies’ obligations under WINEP.
  • Extensive experience at producing a wide range of deliverables within the broader Hydrogeology discipline.
  • Demonstrable experience relating to water resources and low flow studies aligned to the WINEP.
  • A sound knowledge of groundwater site characterisation, groundwater-surface water interaction, generation of conceptual site models, as well as quantitative groundwater and abstraction impact assessments.
  • Comfortable using/supervising/interrogating numerical modelling (such as MODFLOW, FEFLOW and/or other similar software).
  • A good honours degree in earth sciences, or equivalent.
  • A master’s degree or doctorate in hydrogeology, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Chartership with the Geological Society London (or similar).

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Not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

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Skills

Hydrogeology
Water Resources
Low Flow Studies
Groundwater Site Characterisation
Groundwater-Surface Water Interaction
Conceptual Site Models
Groundwater Monitoring
Numerical Modelling
MODFLOW
FEFLOW
Environmental Impact Assessments
Technical Excellence
Project Management
Mentoring
Collaboration
Technical Solutions

Location

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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