Hydrologist – Water Resources

Overview In this role you will deliver water resources assessments and support strategic planning within Arup's multidisciplinary water team. You'll work with specialists across flood risk, regulation, and sustainability to produce high‐quality projects that strengthen client outcomes.

The role combines technical modelling, stakeholder engagement, and delivering value across advisory and research work. You'll contribute to resilient, sustainable water solutions for UK communities and clients, with opportunities for professional development toward chartered status.

Pay / Benefits Profit Share Private medical insurance Life assurance Accident insurance Income protection Flexible benefits Responsibilities Deliver water resources assessments (e.g., support for WRMPs, strategic planning, drought planning) Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to produce cohesive project outcomes Strengthen client relationships and support technical and commercial delivery Contribute to multidisciplinary assignments spanning consultancy and research Integrate broad water-sector expertise into value-adding project outcomes Advise on and develop scenario-based planning and adaptive pathways where relevant Key requirements Technical water resource modelling experience (preferably PyWR) Experience with Aquator, MISER, WEAP, or SWAT is advantageous Advanced modelling in Microsoft Excel (formulas, macros/VBA, model interrogation, optimisation) Strong hydrology foundation including climate change impacts, rainfall–runoff modelling, stochastic/probabilistic modelling, low flow analysis Proven ability to build and maintain long-term internal and external relationships Relationship building with internal teams, clients and stakeholders Collaborative, cross-functional teamwork Stakeholder engagement and communication PyWR Aquator MISER

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