Hydraulic Modellers (Flood Risk Management)
Jacobs
Manchester, UK
Published today
Flood Management
Permanent
Market
Water
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
Are you ready to shape the future of water infrastructure while advancing your career? Due to significant growth across our Water Catchment Management business, we're looking for talented Hydraulic Water Modellers to join our UK-based teams, supporting major frameworks with leading water companies delivering some of the largest Flood Risk Managment frameworks ever seen.
Alongside playing a key role in the development of our our innovative solutions and products, including Flood Modeller, the market leading lood modelling solution, you will be integral to the deliver of programmes that protect the environment, reduce flood risk brining lasting value to communities. From early planning to detailed design and delivery, your work will span the full project lifecycle giving you exposure to technically diverse and impactful projects designed to protect future generations.
With experience in 1D and 1D-2D hydraulic modelling for a wide scope of projects involving river, coastal and surface water modelling for flood mapping studies, surface water management plans, flood strategies and other flood management projects, you will work on and lead projects covering all aspects of modelling including - flood risk, reservoir safety and design, water resources, coastal, fluvial and urban flooding using industry tools.
This is your chance to make a real difference locally and globally while building a career you're proud of.
Remit and responsibilities, will include:
Here's what you'll need
With multiple roles beeing created we would be delighted to hear from candidates with a real mix of the following skills and attributes:
Degree/Meng/Msc in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics or a related discipline
Keen to achieve or already c hartered status with an appropriate Professional Body (preferably ICE or CIWEM).
Experience in implementing 1D and 2D modelling techniques for river, urban and coastal flooding applications.
Sound knowledge and experience of industry standard software, such as Flood Modeller and Tuflow (InfoWorks ICM river, drainage and 2D modelling) for model development, calibration, interpretation and interrogation of 1D and 1D/2D models.
Experience of technical assurance of modelling outputs
Demonstrable experience of hydrological calculations
Ability to mentor colleagues and peers, supporting personal, skills and career development, ensuring the continued growth of the teams capability footprint.
What We Offer:
Fantastic work-life balance and flexibility
24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days
Medical cover and Digital GP
Fertility healthcare and family planning
Enhanced parental leave pay
Enhanced pension contributions
4 Life assurance at 4x salary
Professional membership fees and CPD #LI-Hybrid #-LINM1 #jacobswateruk #Flood Risk UK
Joining Jacobs 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 .
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here .
Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit https://www.vercida.com/uk/employers/jacobs to view and access our roles.
As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
Locations
City State Country
Leeds
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Birmingham
West Midlands
United Kingdom
Peterborough
Cambridgeshire
United Kingdom
Edinburgh
East Lothian
United Kingdom
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
United Kingdom
Wokingham
Berkshire
United Kingdom
Bristol
Bristol City
United Kingdom
Belfast
Antrim
United Kingdom
Birmingham
West Midlands
United Kingdom
Water
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
Are you ready to shape the future of water infrastructure while advancing your career? Due to significant growth across our Water Catchment Management business, we're looking for talented Hydraulic Water Modellers to join our UK-based teams, supporting major frameworks with leading water companies delivering some of the largest Flood Risk Managment frameworks ever seen.
Alongside playing a key role in the development of our our innovative solutions and products, including Flood Modeller, the market leading lood modelling solution, you will be integral to the deliver of programmes that protect the environment, reduce flood risk brining lasting value to communities. From early planning to detailed design and delivery, your work will span the full project lifecycle giving you exposure to technically diverse and impactful projects designed to protect future generations.
With experience in 1D and 1D-2D hydraulic modelling for a wide scope of projects involving river, coastal and surface water modelling for flood mapping studies, surface water management plans, flood strategies and other flood management projects, you will work on and lead projects covering all aspects of modelling including - flood risk, reservoir safety and design, water resources, coastal, fluvial and urban flooding using industry tools.
This is your chance to make a real difference locally and globally while building a career you're proud of.
Remit and responsibilities, will include:
- Hydraulic modelling using industry standard software (Flood Modeller, Tuflow, InfoWorks, HEC-RAS) for model development, calibration, interpretation, and interrogation of 1D and 1D/2D models.
- Analysing, managing, and interpreting data using GIS software (ArcGIS, MapInfo, QGIS) and analytical tools (R and Python).
- Contributing your own innovative ideas, challenging the norm, and helping us all deliver better solutions for our clients.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver client outcomes.
- Write, develop and review complex technical reports.
- Contribute to a supportive team environment with active involvement in mentoring and professional development
- Peer review and checking of calculations and technical deliverables.
Here's what you'll need
With multiple roles beeing created we would be delighted to hear from candidates with a real mix of the following skills and attributes:
Degree/Meng/Msc in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics or a related discipline
Keen to achieve or already c hartered status with an appropriate Professional Body (preferably ICE or CIWEM).
Experience in implementing 1D and 2D modelling techniques for river, urban and coastal flooding applications.
Sound knowledge and experience of industry standard software, such as Flood Modeller and Tuflow (InfoWorks ICM river, drainage and 2D modelling) for model development, calibration, interpretation and interrogation of 1D and 1D/2D models.
Experience of technical assurance of modelling outputs
Demonstrable experience of hydrological calculations
Ability to mentor colleagues and peers, supporting personal, skills and career development, ensuring the continued growth of the teams capability footprint.
What We Offer:
Fantastic work-life balance and flexibility
24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days
Medical cover and Digital GP
Fertility healthcare and family planning
Enhanced parental leave pay
Enhanced pension contributions
4 Life assurance at 4x salary
Professional membership fees and CPD #LI-Hybrid #-LINM1 #jacobswateruk #Flood Risk UK
Joining Jacobs 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 .
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here .
Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit https://www.vercida.com/uk/employers/jacobs to view and access our roles.
As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
Locations
City State Country
Leeds
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Birmingham
West Midlands
United Kingdom
Peterborough
Cambridgeshire
United Kingdom
Edinburgh
East Lothian
United Kingdom
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
United Kingdom
Wokingham
Berkshire
United Kingdom
Bristol
Bristol City
United Kingdom
Belfast
Antrim
United Kingdom
Birmingham
West Midlands
United Kingdom