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Enterprise Capabilities is a service-led organization within AECOM enabling access to a global talent pool. With offices in India, China, Spain, Poland, Romania and the Philippines, our teams of technical professionals provide around the clock project support helping AECOM teams around the world to deliver faster, smarter and better. EC supports AECOM’s ability to work as one global team by standardizing design processes, deploying collaboration technologies, and utilizing a connected network of technical expertise. By joining EC, you have the unique opportunity to work on AECOM’s monumental projects located around the world, contributing to our mission of delivering a better world.
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We are currently recruiting a Principal Engineer - Flood Modeling with experience in flood modelling and flood risk assessments, to join our busy and expanding experienced team. The team provides assessment, concept, feasibility, preliminary and detailed designs on a wide range of projects. Our clients work for private and public sectors and include long term Framework Agreements with numerous Local Authorities together with Design and Build commissions for many major Contractors. Our group has an established track record of successfully delivering water designs for many years, throughout UK&I, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand among others. You may have the opportunity to work on some of the most iconic Transportation and Water projects, being part of a diverse and multicultural team for Enterprise Capabilities.
Responsibilities of this role include:
- Technical Expert: Lead the estimation of flood flows using established methodologies in the Flood Estimations Handbook. Develop and check hydraulic models (using packages such as Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, HEC-RAS and InfoWorks ICM) to assist the design of flood alleviation schemes, flood risk assessments, river restoration projects or the creation of flood maps.
- Deliver: Produce and review high-quality technical reports documenting model build and uncertainties in the model build process. Conceptualise and scope modelling and hydrological approaches, with consideration of the risks and opportunities in each.
- Collaborate: Work closely with our teams of engineers and technical specialists to help our clients deliver a wide range of fluvial, coastal, surface water or drainage flood risk management projects.
- Lead: Mentor staff within the team to support their professional development and build relationships with internal clients and across other technical disciplines.
- Quality: Use AECOM’s project management systems to deliver high-quality outputs to our clients in line with the agreed programme and budget.
Minimum Requirements:
- Over 10 years of experience in flood modelling and flood risk assessment.
- Significant experience in the application of hydraulic modelling software (Flood Modeller and/ or TUFLOW) and hydrological assessments using FEH and REFH2.
- Demonstrable experience working on projects in UK&I.
- Strong GIS skills using QGIS, ArcGIS and / or MapInfo.
- Experience of other modelling types and software would be advantageous, such as flood forecasting modelling or water quality modelling using Mike 11.
- Fluent in English, both oral and written.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor or Master degree in Civil, Environmental or Water Engineering or related field.
Skills Required
- Over 10 years of experience in flood modeling and flood risk assessment
- Significant experience using hydraulic modeling software, including Flood Modeller and/or TUFLOW
- Experience conducting hydrological assessments using FEH and REFH2
- Demonstrable experience working on projects in the UK and Ireland
- Strong GIS skills using QGIS, ArcGIS, and/or MapInfo
- Fluent spoken and written English
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Water Engineering, or a related field
- Experience with additional modeling types and software, such as flood forecasting or water quality modeling using MIKE 11
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options, with mental health support and specialized programs for cancer screening and surgical care. Regional offerings such as private medical insurance further strengthen access to care.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a U.S. savings plan with company matching and pension schemes in the U.K. and Ireland. This mix supports long-term financial security across regions.
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Parental & Family Support — Family support includes parental leave, adoption assistance, childcare support options, and resources like an onsite Mother’s Room. Family medical leave and flexible arrangements further enable caregiving needs.
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