Senior coastal water quality modeller

SNC-Lavalin; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Senior coastal water quality modeller (flexible on location)

This position is available as either full-time and part-time and can be based in any of our office locations. Our largest team presences are in: London, Birmingham, Bristol, Derby, Edinburgh, Epsom, Glasgow, Oxford, Peterborough, Swansea and Manchester – however we have offices in many other locations across the UK where you could be based.

Could you take a key role in water quality services within our friendly and successful water management consultancy? This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to progress their career at an exciting time for the industry. Our Water Management Consultancy operates at the interface between people and the water environment, with specialisms in water quality, water resources planning, flood risk management and climate analysis. All of this requires a thorough understanding of biogeochemical and hydrological processes. Our team thrives on solving complex challenges related to water quality, resources, and climate resilience.

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies, with over 36,000 employees worldwide. At AtkinsRéalis, we offer more than just a job. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the natural environment.

We currently have a number of exciting and technically challenging projects in water quality and specifically in the coastal water quality modelling field. We welcome applications from enthusiastic scientists and engineers in this field. As a Senior coastal Water Quality Modelling specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in solving pollution problems and creating healthier, more biodiverse environments for everyone. Collaborating with a friendly and accomplished team, you’ll lead projects that make a difference in an evolving industry.

You will join a team of nearly 200 water management specialists, supporting our clients in making the right strategic investment decisions for critical infrastructure, in changing futures and climates, in areas as diverse as water resources, natural capital, nature-based solutions, flood management, green infrastructure, energy, and transportation. We work for clients across the UK, including central government, regulators, the water industry, NGOs, and local authorities. Beyond the UK, we play an important role in supporting major international development banks and private clients in driving sustainable water management solutions for irrigation, potable water supply, and wider infrastructure schemes.

Responsibilities:

• You will be joining an established and successful team, working with our water quality Technical Authority on the coordination and delivery of water quality modelling investigations.
• You will work effectively as part of a team and with other professionals (environmental scientists, engineers, planners) throughout AtkinsRéalis to provide a consistent and integrated service to our clients.
• You will champion high standards of performance, influence project development and deliver sustainable outcomes. You will undertake your own work to an excellent standard, and review the work of others, leading on projects and frameworks as appropriate.
• You will additionally work closely with our clients to develop trusted relationships, supporting them in a confident, professional manner.
• You will lead bid preparation and develop new areas of business for the team.
• We will support and train you with all of this and ensure that you can undertake Continual Professional Development in accordance with requirements of a professional institute.
• The individual we are looking for is someone flexible, prepared to take on new challenges and lead water quality modelling projects.
• You will be recognized for your comprehensive experience in coastal hydrodynamic and water quality modelling, in industry standard software packages such as MIKE and Delft.
• You will have a degree or higher in an environmental, science or engineering subject; you will ideally be chartered.
• You will have high-level numerical and data analysis skills and be an articulate report writer.
• You will have a deep knowledge of environmental water quality regulation and how this is applied; for example, the Water Framework Directive, Bathing Water Directive, Storm Overflow Assessment Framework (SOAF) and Storm Overflows Discharge Reduction Plans (SODRP).
• You will have an ability to lead the development of innovative approaches in new technical areas and in data-poor environments to support clients in decision-making.
• You will be highly self-motivated, possessing strong enthusiasm, commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes and focused on delivering technical excellence.
• A skilled collaborative worker, you will have great interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively with different teams, clients, and stakeholders; including training more junior colleagues in your technical field.
• You will be well-organized, able to plan ahead and deal with multiple projects running in parallel.

What we offer:

• Part-time and/or flexible hours contracts.
• Paid overtime and/or TOIL system.
• Competitive salaries and a huge range of other benefits.
• 25 days annual leave, plus paid bank holidays and the ability to buy up to 15 extra days.
• Paid professional memberships and training opportunities.
• Tailored training and mentoring schemes to advance your career.
• And so much more.

At AtkinsRéalis, everyone belongs. We have a commitment to identify and recruit from the most diverse talent pool and develop new and improved ways to sponsor talent from underrepresented groups. We have a range of employee network groups encouraging an inclusive workplace where all employees can flourish.

Here at AtkinsRéalis, wellbeing is at the forefront of everything we do. We recognize that there is more to life than work and that making time for the other things is crucial for health and happiness. Therefore, if working from home, working part-time, or having flexible start and finish times will help with this, we are more than happy to discuss individual requirements.

Training:

• AtkinsRéalis develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development activities designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents.
• Development plans are reviewed with individuals throughout the year putting you in the driving seat.
• You will also be part of our global Technical Networks, which provide a flow of technically orientated information and ideas through the company.
• AtkinsRéalis will support you in your professional development, whether with CIWEM, IMarEST, IES, ICE or others, we support staff in achieving and maintaining membership of relevant institutions, this includes paying your annual membership and providing access to training.

Rewards and Benefits:

• We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave.
• To support and safeguard your physical and mental wellbeing we provide an employee assistance programme offering advice and support in times of need.
• Our offices run their own sports and social club providing activities such as wine tasting, surf trips, and a kids’ Christmas party.
• You will also have access to our Flexible Benefits, where you can opt in to a wide range of benefits to complement your work/life balance: such as medical insurance, gym membership, the cycle-to-work scheme, child care vouchers, charitable giving, additional pension contributions etc.

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.

Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.

We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

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