As a Senior Hydromorphologist, you’ll manage and deliver your own technical workstreams, undertake hydrological and hydraulic analyses, support multidisciplinary fieldwork, contribute to project management activities and help develop innovative solutions that balance environmental, technical and commercial objectives. You’ll work closely with Principal Consultants, who will provide support on broader strategic, commercial and team leadership matters while giving you the autonomy to manage projects and develop your client-facing skills.

You’ll need to bring

• A Bachelor’s degree in Hydrology, Environmental Science, Geography, Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• A strong understanding of hydrological and hydromorphological processes and analyses.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills, including experience with 1D hydraulic modelling using HEC-RAS or Flood Modeller.
• Good working knowledge of QGIS.
• Experience analysing and interpreting hydrological or hydraulic datasets and presenting findings to a professional standard.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage your own workload and deliver high-quality outputs to agreed deadlines.
• A proactive, organised and problem-solving approach to technical work.

It’s a bonus if you have

• Experience in restoration optioneering and design.
• Experience with Natural Flood Management (NFM) or Nature Based Solutions (NBS).
• Experience in water resources assessments.
• Experience in peatland, wetland or flood hydrology/modelling.
• Experience with eco-hydrology.
• Experience with 1D-2D and/or 2D hydraulic modelling of river channels and floodplains.
• Experience in sediment management or drainage management.
• Experience using AutoCAD.
• Experience with Python or R, particularly in relation to hydraulic or hydrological analysis.
• Experience contributing to Drainage Assessments, Surface Water Management Plans, Flood Risk Assessments, Flood Risk Activity Permitting or related environmental assessments.
• Hydrometry, hydrological survey or geomorphological field survey experience.
• Experience supporting tender preparation, scope development or project costing.
• Experience in project or task management, including programme, resource or financial coordination.
• A Master’s degree or PhD in a related discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as CIWEM or BHS.

Next steps

We are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive team. If you can’t tick every box on our job description, then we are still keen to hear from you and are open to supporting your development. That may be working part time or supporting you to gain experience in a specific area – we are a growing company and are able to adapt roles to reflect individual skills.

If you think you have what it takes to join our fast-growing business, then please apply immediately on our website. All we need is some basic information and your CV, we will review all applications quickly and will respond to all applications.

About Us

With locations across the globe, APEM Group provide independent environmental consultancy and expert scientific advice to a wide range of industries including water, renewables, infrastructure, power and utilities, ports and harbours as well as to regulators and governments around the world.

At APEM, we believe that great environmental outcomes are achieved by bringing together bright, curious and passionate people from across scientific, engineering and environmental disciplines. You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, technical excellence and continuous development, with the opportunity to work on projects that help shape a more sustainable future.

You’ll be offered the chance to work on a wide variety of projects, many of which have a genuine impact on the management and restoration of river, wetland and catchment environments. We match this with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development to support your career progression. We also offer benefits to look after you, from private medical insurance for all employees, access to mental health first aiders and comprehensive income protection if you cannot work. We also offer superb flexible working options, balancing work with your life.