Hydrologist (Lead)

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner. This role involves leadership in hydrology and managing complex projects within a diverse client portfolio, aiming to deliver sustainable solutions. Strong expertise in water resource studies and advanced software skills are essential. Hybrid work options available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Well-being benefits

Global volunteering programs

Qualifications

• Chartered level candidates preferred.
• Experience in Water Resource Studies required.
• Strong hydrology software skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth and capability footprint of the Hydrology Team.
• Manage technical and commercial stakeholder interfaces.
• Provide technical leadership for hydrological studies.

Skills

Water Resource Studies

Data analysis with R/RStudio

Hydraulic analysis

Knowledge of hydrometry

Qube and LowFlows 2 software skills

Job description

Jacobs Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

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Senior Talent Acquisition Partner | Water @ Jacobs | UK & Ireland

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Overview

Your impact

You will take on a Leadership role within our 2000 strong Water and Environment team, delivering sustainable, resilient solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients including the Environment Agency, Lead Local Flood Authorities, Utility Companies, National Highways Agencies, National Rail Companies and Airports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth and capability footprint of the Hydrology Team.
• Stakeholder interface and management across all technical and commercial matters
• Management and support of project teams, including coordinating planning and tender (preparing schedule and scope of works).
• Provide technical leadership for hydrological studies including FRM, EIAs, Reservoir engineering, Low Flow, and Water Resources studies
• Continuously develop Subject Matter Expertise in the application of UK Flood hydrologic analysis in line with escribed within Flood Estimation Handbook "FEH".
• Proactively contribute to the ongoing development of a supportive team environment, taking an active role in the mentoring and professional development of colleagues
• Checking and reviewing calculations and technical deliverables
• Writing and reviewing technical reports

Qualifications

Here's what you'll need

• Keen to play your part in the delivery of long term high profile innovative projects that will directly impact future generations and communities
• Chartered level candidates who have a blend of the following
• Experience in Water Resource Studies
• Experience in the use of R/RStudio and Python for data analysis and visualisation.
• A sound knowledge of hydraulic analysis of culverts/bridges using CIRIA methods.
• Knowledge of hydrometry.
• Strong hydrology software skills such as Qube, LowFlows 2.
• A track record in developing (or a desire to develop your skills in) the professional development of peers and colleagues.

About Jacobs / Inclusion & Benefits

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about ourJacobs Employee Networks here.

Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles.

As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

Job Attributes

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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