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Principal / Associate Water Quality Modeller

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom | Epsom, Surrey, England, United Kingdom | Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom | Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom | London, London, England, United Kingdom | Manchester, England, United Kingdom | Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Overview

Work with AtkinsRéalis to make the world's'outlook brighter and healthier.

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise, and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

We're passionate about what we do, and we have a thriving team culture, simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

Our collaborative and multi-disciplinary team is one of the largest in the UK, providing water and wastewater infrastructure services alongside drainage design, SuDS and surface water management. Our wide variety of clients span across the UK and internationally and include water companies, local authorities, highways / rail authorities, and developers.

It's'an exciting time to be working for our UK Water business with unprecedented investment in the water industry. Due to continued framework successes, we seek to recruit a Principal / Associate Water Quality Modeller to join our Water and Wastewater Team at any office location across the UK.

What we offer

We aren't just engineers, environmental professionals, or consultants. We're pioneers, constantly innovating and pushing boundaries to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges – especially when it comes to water. From enhancing our beautiful rivers and urban landscapes to building sustainable cities in the harshest environments – our Networks & Drainage Solutions team is at the forefront.

Over the next 10 years, we plan to expand the practice rapidly to meet our clients' objectives. We're developing enhanced training courses to accelerate our staff resource capability. It means great futures for both new and experienced colleagues.

The opportunities in our practice to grow as an individual are immense. You'll receive mentorship from the outstanding leaders we have within the team.

From day one your personal development plan puts you in the driving seat of your career and you'll be supported to go as far as you want to go.

Your role

  • Providing leadership in riverine water quality modelling for SOAF/INV4/UPM projects, with an appreciation of bathing and shellfish water assessments and general Water Framework Directive and Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive reviews.
  • Executing modelling projects with multidisciplinary teams, utilising robust numerical expertise in environmental engineering.
  • Maintaining high standards for deliverables and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
  • Overseeing or contributing to project and programme management activities.
  • Supporting the development of tender submissions and fee estimates.
  • Developing and mentoring staff while offering guidance to facilitate their ongoing professional growth.
  • Driving technical innovation and leading initiatives within improvement workgroups.
Water Engineering

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-144698

Salary range

-

Navneet Srivastava

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Navneet Srivastava

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About you

  • Understanding of UK Water Industry and regulatory issues.
  • Proven track record in coordinating and delivering of SOAF/INV4/UPM projects for UK water companies.
  • Good understanding of water quality processes.
  • Expertise using industry standard software such as InfoWorks ICM.
  • Ability to review work of others to provide quality assurance and drive continuous improvement in work delivered to the client.
  • Ability to manage projects and maintaining client relationships.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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