Location
Wigan
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
24/04/2026
Closing date
15/05/2026
Principal Hydrologist
Location: Wigan
Salary: £55,000 - £68,000
Are you a Principal Hydrologist looking to take technical leadership across flood risk and hydrology projects in Wigan? This Principal Hydrologist opportunity offers project ownership, client exposure and long-term progression within a respected consultancy.
A leading environmental and engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Hydrologist to support continued growth across hydrology, flood risk and land development services. As a Principal Hydrologist, you will lead Flood Risk Assessments, drainage assessments, EIA inputs, tender submissions and hydrological modelling studies across varied UK projects.
The Principal Hydrologist will act as a key project contact, manage technical quality and support junior colleagues through mentoring and review. This Principal Hydrologist role suits someone who enjoys technical leadership, modelling, client engagement and contributing to complex development and infrastructure schemes.
Key responsibilities
* Lead Flood Risk Assessments, hydrology reports and EIA inputs
* Prepare and review tenders, calculations, models and technical reports
* Manage project delivery, quality and programme performance
* Liaise with LLFAs, the Environment Agency and clients
* Use FEH, WINFAP, Flood Modeller and HEC-RAS
* Mentor junior hydrologists and engineers
Candidate requirements
* Chartered status with a relevant professional body
* Strong background in hydrology and flood risk
* Experience using hydraulic and hydrological modelling software
* Proficient in AutoCAD, WinDES and MS Office
* Strong communication and project management skills
Why apply
This Principal Hydrologist role offers varied project exposure, technical leadership and clear progression within a strong regional team. The salary for this Principal Hydrologist position is £55,000 - £68,000, alongside flexible working, professional development and a supportive multidisciplinary culture.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.