Job Description Start here. Grow here. Are you ready to join a team of talented modellers to help us shape and lead the future of the water industry? Join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Water Environment team as a Principal Hydraulic Modeller with a focus on hydrology, surface water management, flood risk and wastewater networks in our rapidly growing UK team. You can be based in our Edinburgh, Glasgow or Belfast offices – as well as taking advantage of our flexible hybrid working model. Reporting to our Water Team Lead, you will be a key player in delivering water projects in the UK and abroad. We enable development of nationally significant flood alleviation schemes, pollution reduction and infrastructure projects. Our work is varied, and this variety will be fundamental to your continuous professional growth. We are an industry leader in the application of Blue-Green infrastructure and nature-based solutions. We work for public and private sector clients, and we deliver flood risk assessments, drainage strategies, outline business cases, hydraulic models, and detailed designs. We also advise and develop guidance which benchmarks industry best practice, meaning AECOM is at the cutting edge of the Water industry. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to support a talented, diverse team committed to innovation and efficiency. Here’s what you’ll do: Deliver: Lead hydraulic model build and verification of sewer networks; oversee integrated model development, scope and plan projects including flow survey verification, and lead development of catchment scale strategic solutions for flooding and pollution risks. Technical Expertise: Take the lead on technical innovation including application of new technologies; problem solve for our Clients, and develop scopes and tender responses. Documentation: Prepare and review technical reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate modelling findings effectively using strong communication skills. Leadership: Mentor and support team members as part of their professional development. Foster positive Client relationships. Quality: Act as a reviewer of hydraulic models, calculations and technical reports, ensure a quality team delivery, and compliance with modelling specifications. If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Water page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry Come grow with us. Become part of our dynamic Water business, which boasts around 660 experts across the UK & Ireland, including 30 in your immediate team. Collaborate with top-tier hydraulic modellers, as well as environmental, civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers 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 at AECOM. 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, technical practice networks, AECOM University, volunteering days and our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.