Lead Hydraulic Modeller for Clean Water

4 weeks ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom RPS Group Full time

Senior Clean Water (Hydraulic) Modeller

We are seeking experienced Senior Clean Water (Hydraulic) Modellers to enhance our Water Consultancy division. Our mission is to cultivate talent, promote environmental sustainability, and foster a positive work culture.

Our comprehensive suite of water services encompasses strategy formulation, business planning assistance, solution innovation, testing, optimization, and design, all grounded in our extensive knowledge of hydraulic and water quality modelling . We are actively looking for professionals with a background in Water Engineering to join our team across various levels of expertise.

About The Team:

By joining our Clean Water (Hydraulic) Modelling Team, you will contribute to a prestigious consultancy framework focused on optimizing and maintaining hydraulic modelling resources.

We are in search of hydraulic modellers at different experience levels to support a diverse range of water initiatives, including optioneering, detailed design, and asset condition evaluation.

You will collaborate with a skilled hydraulic team to assist our design group, conduct zonal studies, and develop solutions for various water engineering projects. This initiative will extend into future phases, ensuring a stable career trajectory.

About You:

We are looking for driven engineering professionals who are passionate about problem-solving and possess Water Industry experience in the following areas:

  • Proficiency in water engineering and network analysis, facilitating the delivery of specialized, complex, or innovative projects while ensuring compliance with client and design standards.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team, providing technical guidance to junior colleagues.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage collaboratively with clients.
  • Familiarity with project management tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
  • Knowledge of GIS Systems (MapInfo, ArcGIS, QGIS).
  • Experience with water modelling software such as InfoWorks WS Pro, Synergi, or similar.
  • A valid clean driving license, as site visits may be necessary.
  • Degree in a relevant field.
  • Coding experience is advantageous but not mandatory (Ruby, Python, etc.).

Your Responsibilities:

  • Lead the technical development and execution of clean water modelling projects, engaging in all phases including scoping, model construction, maintenance, zonal studies, and design support.
  • Prepare detailed technical and analytical reports.
  • Collaborate within multi-disciplinary project teams to establish and maintain strong working relationships with clients and other disciplines.
  • Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior team members.
  • Conduct client meetings to discuss project progress and requirements.
  • Ensure the quality of deliverables and adherence to client specifications.
  • Maintain awareness of and compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards throughout projects.

What's in it for you?

We offer a flexible, supportive, and innovative environment that encourages skill development and personal growth. Successful candidates will receive training from industry-leading professionals dedicated to the advancement of their teams. We also provide a variety of training programs throughout the year, focusing on both technical and soft skills, identified through our annual appraisal process.

About RPS Water:

Our UK Water business is experiencing significant growth, with a wide array of long-term framework agreements in place. We are well-positioned to assist our clients in addressing the challenges they face, such as reducing leakage, pollution, and flooding, while enhancing environmental quality and service levels.

Our Water division employs approximately 1000 skilled professionals engaged in projects for various water and sewerage companies across the UK. We provide a comprehensive range of water and wastewater services, including data collection and analysis, modelling and risk assessment, data visualization, feasibility studies, and detailed design of capital solutions.

Join our team and contribute to shaping the future of water management.

Why RPS?

We are a connected community committed to achieving outstanding results. We value flexibility, empowering our employees to create a work-life balance that suits their needs. We also recognize the importance of collaboration and social interaction in the workplace, offering agile office environments and hybrid working arrangements as standard.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company:

As of January 2023, RPS has become part of Tetra Tech, a global leader in consulting and engineering services with over 28,000 employees across more than 550 offices worldwide. This partnership provides our team with exceptional development and project opportunities, enabling us to tackle some of the world's most complex challenges.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, ensuring that we leverage talent from a global perspective without unnecessary barriers. Our approach to diversity and inclusion is embedded in all our people processes, allowing us to attract, develop, and retain the best talent for our future.

Our values are reflected in our daily operations, emphasizing respect, collaboration, and the potential contributions of every individual. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to succeed.

Recruitment Agencies:

We maintain a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners for recruitment assistance and do not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. For further information, please refer to our careers page.



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