Senior Hydrologist

Salary/Rate:£Competitive
Town/City:Warrington, Bristol or Glasgow
County:Bristol
Sector:Water
Job ref:1202510
Post Date:06.04.25
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About the Role

Are you a skilled Hydrologist ready to step into a senior-level role with a forward-thinking, award-winning environmental and planning consultancy?

Ocean to Earth Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a respected multidisciplinary consultancy, renowned for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across sectors such as residential development, infrastructure, and renewable energy.

With established offices in Bristol, Warrington, and Glasgow, our client is seeking a Senior Hydrologist to support their growing portfolio of projects across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your technical expertise in hydraulic modelling, flood risk, and SuDS design to a collaborative, friendly team working at the forefront of environmental planning.


🌍 The Role:

As Senior Hydrologist, you’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering a range of hydrology projects, contributing to planning applications and environmental strategies from early concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leading and supporting Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) and SuDS schemes

  • Carrying out hydraulic modelling using tools such as Flood Modeller Pro, HEC-RAS, or equivalent

  • Producing clear and robust technical reports

  • Collaborating with in-house and external multidisciplinary teams

  • Attending client meetings and conducting site visits

  • Providing input into environmental assessments and planning documents


✅ Essential Criteria:

  • A degree in Hydrology, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related field

  • Chartered or working towards chartership (ideally with ICE or CIWEM)

  • Proven experience with flood risk assessments, surface water strategies, and modelling tools

  • Knowledge of relevant UK hydrological legislation and planning policy

  • Strong report writing, organisational skills, and technical precision

  • Proficient in GIS and relevant modelling software

  • Full UK driving licence


🌟 Desirable Experience:

  • Master’s degree in a related discipline

  • Knowledge of peat stability and associated assessments

  • Strong technical understanding of hydrological systems and processes

  • Experience contributing to tenders and bid writing

  • Involvement in producing EIA chapters


Why Join?

This is a fantastic chance to become part of a consultancy with a proven track record across 800+ projects throughout the UK and Ireland. You'll be part of a supportive, knowledgeable team, working on meaningful, future-focused projects—especially within climate resilience, infrastructure, and renewables.

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