Location
London, UK Wide

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and collaborate with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior or Principal Hydrologist to join our dynamic Sustainable Water Management team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and contribute to high-profile Water Resources Management Plan (WRMP) projects across the UK. WSP is currently delivering a significant programme of AMP8 projects for multiple high-profile UK water companies, covering geographically and environmentally diverse locations. We are also leading challenging Environmental Destination projects across the UK, which will feature heavily as AMP8 progresses. Additionally, we support water companies in developing hydrology for their WRMPs.

Your Team
Our Catchment Science team provides a wide spectrum of services including water resources and water security, hydrology and hydraulics, water quality, hydroecology, and hydrogeology. We deliver high-quality technical services and advice to a broad range of high-profile clients in the UK and overseas, including government departments and agencies, the water industry, and other industrial sectors such as power, transport, nuclear, mining, commercial, and oil and gas.

Experience
- Proven track record contributing to hydrological and water management elements and WRMP inputs in recent AMP cycles
- Experience developing rainfall runoff models with a sound understanding of model calibration techniques
- Solid understanding of hydrology approaches required for water resources applications in England and Wales
- Familiarity with demand management and water resources modelling approaches
- Good knowledge of the latest UK water resources management regulations including the Water Resources Planning Guidelines
- Understanding of approaches to assessing climate change resilience
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance, including producing high-quality client and stakeholder/regulator-facing deliverables
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to write concise, high-quality reports
- Ability to work collaboratively across sectors and disciplines to deliver hydrological aspects of diverse projects

About You
Enthusiastic and motivated professional with a passion for sustainable water management and hydrology. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to delivering excellence in all aspects of your work. You are adaptable and eager to contribute to landmark projects that make a positive impact on communities and the environment.

Qualifications
- MSc focused on water-related subjects (e.g. hydrology & water resources, sustainable water management)
- BSc in a related discipline (e.g. physical geography, earth sciences, geology, civil engineering)
- Chartered status or working towards chartership with a relevant professional body is desirable
- If you do not meet all criteria, we encourage you to apply so we can explore how your experience aligns with roles in the team