Job Description Start here. Grow here. Are you ready to join our team of talented consultants and help us shape the future of the water industry? Join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Environment team as an Associate Geomorphologist in one of our rapidly growing offices - as well as taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model. At AECOM, we’re at the forefront of innovation, delivering an exceptional portfolio of water programmes and projects through long-term partnerships with key clients. These include Defra, Environment Agency, Natural England, UK & Ireland water companies, river and wildlife trusts, and opportunities for international geomorphology work including a rapidly growing presence in New Zealand. In this role, you will bring expert knowledge and leadership in fluvial geomorphology; river and catchment restoration design; hydraulic and morphological / sediment transport modelling; natural solutions and project management. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to lead a talented, diverse team committed to innovation and efficiency. Here’s what you’ll do: Leadership: Provide coaching to peers and junior team members to aid their development and strengthen our team capabilities. Growth: Work winning and developing internal and external client relationships and business development opportunities. Collaborate: Liaise closely with AECOM teams, internal and external clients/stakeholders. Quality: Adhere to water environment legislation and best practices, sharing this information with colleagues and clients - with particular focuses on the UK, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland application of the Water Framework Directive. If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, we want to hear from you Come grow with us. Become part of our dynamic Water business, which boasts around 660 experts across the UK & Ireland, including 50 water environment specialists including 10 geomorphologists. Collaborate with top-tier engineers and consultants to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion. At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued - and let's not forget about the perks You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days. Qualifications Here’s what we’re looking for: Exceptional track record of river restoration work winning and project delivery. Extensive proven experience in project governance and technical delivery. Detailed understanding of legislative requirements and other drivers, and the ability to communicate with and influence non-specialists. Extensive experience in people management, coordinating and liaising with clients. We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAccommodationsaecom.com. If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.