Senior Hydrologist / Flood Modeller

Job Title: Senior Hydrologist Location: Edinburgh Hybrid: Flexible working options available Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Hydrologist to join a busy, innovative team in Edinburgh. This role offers the chance to work on a wide range of water and environmental projects, providing expert flood risk and drainage advice across both public and private sector developments. You'll be part of a supportive team, leading projects, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to technically robust solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategies, and related technical reports.
• Provide expert input to site assessments, modelling, and sustainable drainage solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior team members on technical and project management matters.
• Work closely with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders to ensure project compliance and delivery.
• Keep up to date with legislation, industry standards, and best practice in hydrogeology and flood risk.
• Support business development activities, including tenders and technical proposals.

Requirements

• Chartered status (GeolSoc, CIWEM, IES, IEMA, or equivalent) or working toward chartership.
• Degree (BSc/MSc) in hydrogeology, civil/environmental engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3-5 years' post qualification experience in flood risk, drainage, or water resources.
• Strong technical knowledge of modelling software such as FEH, Flood Modeller, HEC RAS, Causeway Flow, and AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and team leadership skills.
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel for project sites.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing bonus
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities

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.