We have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced professional to join our busy and established Hydrology & Hydrogeology team in Scotland. You will work alongside, and be assisted by, more senior members of the team on varied projects for a range of clients.
The vacancy can be based in either of our offices based in Edinburgh, Stirling, Glasgow Manchester or London
The role
Working alongside Principals and Technical Directors who manage the delivery of flood management and drainage projects, the successful candidate will be required to manage and contribute to a range of studies, including flood risk assessments, flood management strategies Sustainable Drainage (SuDS) design, and numerical flood modelling.
Duties will include the following:
· Managing and preparing flood risk assessments to assist with planning applications;
· Overseeing and hands-on flood and drainage modelling;
· Preparing outline and detailed SuDS designs to assist with planning applications;
· Managing and taking responsibility for the delivery of flood and drainage management projects; and
· Training and mentoring junior members of the team.
About us
SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 3000+ employees across 6 regions – including over 1000 staff across Europe. SLR’s ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business; providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day’s annual leave, SLR offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life.
About you
You should have a recognised academic qualification in civil and/or environmental engineering, and a demonstrable track record delivering flood risk assessments and drainage designs using industry standard approaches and software packages. A good understanding of UK hydrological techniques and hydraulic modelling experience is required.
We are seeking an individual who:
• Has a relevant civil and/or environmental engineering background (HNC, HND, BEng, MEng) or equivalent;
• Has experience in flood modelling, flood risk assessment or drainage studies;
• Is professional and can communicate effectively;
• Can think analytically, reframe problems and identify solutions;
• Can work as part of a team and on own initiative;
• Is comfortable with client interaction and managing competing demands;
• Builds strong, lasting relationships with colleagues and clients;
• Is effective at managing their time and has a “can do” attitude; and
• Holds a full, current driving licence valid in the UK.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at SLR
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We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently underrepresented at SLR, such as: LGBTQ+ people, ethic minority groups, women, and individuals with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.
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