Fluvial Geomorphologist

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WSP is seeking an Associate Director / Associate / Principal Fluvial Geomorphologist / Hydromorphologist within the Catchment Science team with specialisms in fluvial geomorphology, Water Framework Directive (WFD), natural flood management (NFM), nature-based solutions (NbS), weir removal, river and catchment enhancement, and biodiversity net gain (BNG) for watercourses. You will play a key role in delivering our growth strategy for Hydromorphology and provide mentoring and technical support to our growing team. This is an exciting career opportunity where you can shape your role to align your strengths to our growth strategy.

WSP has one of the largest pools of fluvial geomorphology, WFD, and watercourse biodiversity technical specialists in UK consultancy. Sitting within our Hydromorphology Service area within the Catchment Science team in Sustainable Water Management, you will be working with a dedicated team of technical specialists in fluvial geomorphology, biodiversity, and water management. In addition, we work collaboratively across the business, including with our Aquatic Ecology, Groundwater, Nature Advisory, Environmental Impact Assessment, and other service lines. We provide technical expertise on complex projects across a diverse range of sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for career development within our Hydromorphology Team where you can make a real contribution to the future direction and growth of this service line. Our Hydromorphology Team covers both freshwater, transitional, and coastal geomorphology with clients in both the public and private sectors. BNG and NbS is a big growth area for the team, therefore there is scope to drive forward the Biodiversity specialism for Rivers and Streams and make a positive contribution to our growth agenda.

The successful applicant will enjoy the benefits of working within a caring ‘people first’ team which champions WSP’s commitments to diversity, inclusion, and equality. Therefore, we are also open to flexible working and reduced working hours for the right candidate.

Your new role, what's involved?

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• Taking ownership of aspects of our hydromorphology growth strategy and making a positive contribution to its implementation.
  
• Undertaking fluvial geomorphology assessments for a diverse project portfolio.
  
• Providing technical support and mentoring to junior staff.
  
• Contributing to the development and delivery of internal training material for fluvial geomorphology and watercourse BNG.
  
• Leading on and assisting in writing proposals for our wide client-base.
  
• Undertaking and/or leading on WFD and BNG watercourse assessments.
  
• Identifying enhancement solutions and contributing to river enhancement and restoration design.
  
• Working collaboratively with our multi-disciplinary teams across the business.
  
• Developing innovation tools for hydromorphology.
  
• Contributing to business development for our hydromorphology service line.
  
• Producing high quality reports, as well as experience in scheduling and budget management responsibilities.
  
• Mentoring, coaching, and supporting junior staff.
  
• Networking across the wider UK consultancy business.
  

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

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• Strong professional experience and track record in fluvial geomorphology and WFD, including field survey planning, leading and coordinating large projects, and managing a dispersed team of surveyors.
  
• Experience of technical lead for a range of projects, including project/task management, financial management, and delivery of high-quality written reports.
  
• Relevant degree (BSc or MSc) in environmental science/geography.
  
• Knowledge of UK and European legislation in relation to the water environment and biodiversity.
  
• Project management experience including management of subcontractors and associates.
  
• Experience in undertaking WFD assessments.
  
• Detailed specialist knowledge of one, or more, of the following would be advantageous:
  
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  • River channel design.
    
  • Sediment sampling and analysis.
    
  • GIS skills.
    
  • BNG River Condition Assessment (RCA) and hold RCA accreditation desirable.
    
  • WFD.
    
  • Fluvial audit.
    
• Full membership of CIWEM, CIEEM, RGS and ideally chartered for this grade but WSP will support and mentor candidates on their chartership journey.