Location
Hemel Hempstead
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
20/03/2026
Closing date
10/04/2026
Senior Hydrologist / Flood Modeller
Hemel Hempstead
Salary: £48,000 - £58,000
Are you a Senior Hydrologist / Flood Modeller ready to join a specialist team where your technical input carries real weight?
This Senior Hydrologist / Flood Modeller opportunity is with a leading consultancy in Hemel Hempstead that values technical quality, collaboration and professional trust. The Senior Hydrologist / Flood Modeller will join an experienced team delivering flood risk and hydrology advice on residential, commercial and infrastructure schemes across the UK. It is an excellent move for a Senior Hydrologist / Flood Modeller seeking varied projects, visible impact and hybrid flexibility.
Key responsibilities
* Prepare Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategies and EIA chapters
* Support concept and detailed drainage design across development schemes
* Deliver hydrological and hydraulic modelling for flood risk studies
* Advise clients on flood policy, SuDS design and water management
* Manage project programmes, budgets and client communication
* Provide mentoring and technical support to junior team members
* Maintain strong awareness of current standards, legislation and best practice
Candidate requirements
* Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or a related subject
* Experience working as a Senior Hydrologist / Flood Modeller within consultancy
* Strong background in FRAs, SuDS and hydrology reporting
* Proficiency with Flood Modeller, TuFLOW, HEC-RAS, FEH or WINFAP-FEH
* Chartered status, or clear progress toward Chartership
* Strong communication, report writing and leadership skills
The Senior Hydrologist / Flood Modeller role offers a supportive culture, quality project exposure and a salary of £48,000 - £58,000 plus benefits.
Eligibility to Apply
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.