Wastewater (Hydraulic) Modeller

We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Wastewater (Hydraulic) Modellers for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK.

In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England.

RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change.

Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to foster a resilient, eco-friendly, and thriving Northwest.

About The Team:

RPS Water Consulting is a team of Engineers, Modellers, and Data Analysts providing Asset Management and Operational Strategy development, to our Water Industry clients to support business planning and delivery. This is an evolving industry, providing challenges and opportunities that require innovation, dedication, and teamwork to help us meet our clients’ needs.

Our Water Consultancy business has a range of prestigious AMP8 programmes leading into AMP9 and beyond, where you’ll be securing your career for the next 20 years, leaving a lasting legacy!

About You:

As a key member of the Water Consultancy business, your role as a Wastewater (Hydraulic) Modeller is critical to helping us deliver great projects for our Water Industry clients. You will be working alongside a multi-disciplinary team of water project experts on a range of capital delivery projects.

You will have a substantial opportunity to contribute towards optioneering, outline, and detailed design expertise across various frameworks. Our scope of work encompasses a wide range of technically demanding projects in the field of Wastewater Infrastructure.

By joining us, you’re not just taking on exciting projects and collaborating with leading minds. You’re making a meaningful impact on millions of lives the UK, leaving a legacy for generations to come. As a valuable member of our team, you’ll play a crucial role in the water industry, and work with the largest water companies in the region, ensuring a positive and enduring influence on the communities we serve. If you’re ready to contribute your skills and expertise to a dynamic and innovative environment, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

Your Responsibilities:

Candidates should possess prior experience with projects in urban drainage settings, along with proficiency in InfoWorks ICM and relevant GIS software.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong teamwork skills and the capacity to seamlessly integrate into a team dynamic. Additionally, they will have the chance to cultivate their skills as a mentor and offer technical guidance to other modelling personnel, showcasing leadership in urban drainage contexts while prioritising exceptional client service.

Construct, verify, and maintain various levels of wastewater models.
Deliver feasibility studies, model use studies, optioneering, and development assessments for wastewater networks.
Ensure quality of modelling outputs and compliance with standards, specifications, and governance requirements.
Project management of small projects.
Maintain strong and collaborative working relationships and interactions with clients.
Cooperate and communicate effectively with other team members to provide technical support and assistance.
Operate in accordance with the corporate health and safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

You will be expected to demonstrate relevant experience in modelling either a consultancy or water company.
You will be expected to have proficiency in Excel and Visual Basic.
Proficient in modelling software using InfoWorks ICM and associated bolt-on packages.
Working knowledge of GIS Systems (preferably MapInfo, ArcGIS, QGIS).
Skilled in the manipulation and handling of large datasets.
You will have demonstrable experience in discipline-specific data analysis packages, which may be water-focused such as InfoWorks or InfoAsset.
General understanding of the UK water industry.
Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
Qualifications:

Preferably degree qualified in a relevant technical subject. Postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.
Chartered or working towards chartership for Senior or Principal grades.
Affiliation with a professional institution like IET, InstMC, or CIWEM, or in the process of working towards membership and nearing application.