SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen, within a collaborative, people-first culture.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Hydraulic Modeller to join our established Hydrology and Modelling team, delivering high-profile flood risk, water quality and environmental modelling projects.
Based in Dublin or Cork (with flexible and remote working options across Ireland, part time or full time), the role will focus primarily on flood risk management and hydraulic modelling, with additional exposure to water quality, sediment transport and large-scale green energy infrastructure developments, as well as a broader portfolio spanning renewables, infrastructure, power, industrial and built environment sectors.
The role is aimed at an Associate level approx 8yrs experience (grades run from Graduate - Project – Senior – Associate – Principal – Technical Director), however we would be happy to hear from anyone with 3yrs+ experience
The Role
You’ll lead the delivery of complex hydraulic modelling projects from planning through to detailed design, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams. The role includes:
- Project and technical leadership of hydraulic modelling studies
- Client management and support to business development and proposals
- Mentoring and coaching less experienced team members
- Desk-based work alongside occasional site visits across Ireland and the UK
You’ll collaborate with colleagues across Environmental and Earth Sciences, Planning, ESIA and Engineering, as well as Global Advisory teams, on complex and impactful projects, with opportunities for wider European and international exposure.
Rewards & Benefits
SLR’s ‘One Team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Through a structured career framework, regular performance reviews, and full support toward chartership, professional qualifications and licenses, we offer outstanding opportunities for long‑term career progression.
Our flexible benefits & reward package includes:
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Life, income, and travel insurance
- Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes
We believe sustainable careers need balance, that’s why we offer:
- Flexible, hybrid and agile working
- 25 days’ annual leave plus flexible public holidays
- Buy or sell leave options
- Core working hours
- Cross‑border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
Family life and wellbeing matter at SLR:
We provide enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, and specialist support for mental health, stress, and menopause - supporting our people both professionally and personally.
About You
You’ll bring:
- Extensive experience (5+ years) delivering hydraulic modelling projects within Ireland and/or the UK
- A degree in Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering or a related field
- Strong project management and stakeholder engagement experience
- Knowledge of Flood Planning Guidelines and relevant Irish hydraulic modelling standards
- Advanced experience with TUFLOW (including ESTRY) and Flood Modeller, with TUFLOW FV experience desirable
- Experience with QGIS or other industry-standard GIS packages
- Demonstrable experience leading and technically reviewing complex modelling projects
- Strong technical reporting, communication and problem-solving skills
- A desire to mentor and support junior team members
- A full driving licence valid in Ireland for site visits
- Chartered status with a relevant institution (or actively working towards Chartership)
Culture & Inclusion
Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
If this role feels like a great fit for your experience and ambitions, we’d love to hear from you.
Skills Required
- 5+ years hydraulic modelling experience
- In-depth knowledge of hydraulic modelling packages: ESTRY and TUFLOW
- Experience with Flood Modeller
- Experience using QGIS or other industry-standard GIS for hydraulic modelling
- Experience with TUFLOW FV
- Demonstrable experience leading and technically reviewing complex hydraulic modelling projects
- Experience working to the Flood Planning Guidelines and relevant Irish hydraulic modelling standards
- Experience delivering projects in Ireland and/or the UK
- Excellent communication skills for conveying complex technical information to clients and teams
- Desire to mentor junior team members
- Valid drivers licence for Ireland
- Chartered membership of a relevant institution or working towards chartership
SLR Consulting Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SLR Consulting and has not been reviewed or approved by SLR Consulting.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is presented as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, and orthodontia with HSA/FSA options. Company‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program further strengthen the core package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) (or regional equivalent) with company matching is a standard component and is repeatedly listed across roles. This provides structured retirement support alongside core benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO accrual paired with a set of paid holidays is a recurring element, with some regions also offering buy/sell leave and enhanced family leave. These provisions signal meaningful time‑off flexibility in several markets.
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What We Do
SLR Consulting is a leading global environmental and sustainability advisory business dedicated to 'Making Sustainability Happen.' The company provides bespoke strategic and technical expertise to address complex environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges. It partners with clients across diverse sectors, including energy, infrastructure, and industrial technology, delivering tailored solutions across the full project lifecycle from strategy and design to compliance and remediation.
