Senior Hydrologist

Job Description Job Title: Senior HydrologistRef. No.: CJD2102E26Location: Based near BirminghamSalary: 40,000 - 50,000This is an exciting opportunity to join my client, an industry-leading, green-minded Multidisciplinary Consultancy, renowned for delivering their expertise throughout the engineering and environmental landscapes, delivering major, exciting projects across the UK. They are currently searching for a driven, knowledgeable Senior Hydrologist, willing to lead a high-performing team and deliver on an extensive range of projects, whilst contributing to Business Development (BD) activities. You will be based near the lively, diverse city of Birmingham. Benefits for the role of Senior Hydrologist include (but are not limited to):Competitive salary (depending on your skills and experience)Contributory pension schemeGeneral annual leave (with option to buy more leave)Regular training and mentoring, with a focus on career developmentPrivate healthcare schemeChildcare vouchersSalary-sacrifice Electric Vehicle (EV) schemeResponsibilities for the role of Senior Hydrologist include:Prepare Flood Risk Assessments (FRA), Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), and drainage assessment reportsOversee aspects of project submissions, including tenders, quality assurance, etc.Self-manage your involvement with a range of hydrology projects, ensuring work is completed to the highest of standards, to agreed timescales and budgetsProduce hydrological and hydraulic calculationsLiaise with key clients and stakeholdersProvide leadership to, and mentor, colleagues within the team, guiding them through their professional developmentRequired skills and experience for the role of Senior Hydrologist include:Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Environmental Science, or a similar, relevant disciplineConsiderable experience of working in a hydrological role, within a UK-based consultancy (or Local Authority) settingHigh-level proficiency in the use of relevant software systems, including FEH, WINFAP, Flood Modeller, HEC-RAS, WinDES, and AutoCADGood communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and organisational skillsTechnically-minded with excellent report-writing skillsDesirable skills and experience for the role of Senior Hydrologist include:A higher qualification in a relevant disciplineChartered Status with a relevant, recognised Professional Body, or actively pursuing thisHold a full, valid UK Driving LicenceIf you are interested in the role of Senior Hydrologist, please do not hesitate to contact Caroline Davis at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-03-07