RPS, a Tetra Tech company is looking for a Principal Hydrogeologist to be based within the UK, but preferably at their Bristol, Cardiff or London offices.

About the Team

We are a leading environmental consultancy committed to delivering high-quality hydrogeological services to our diverse client base across the UK. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Hydrogeologist to join our team and lead key projects, contributing to sustainable water resource management and environmental protection.

Role Overview

As a Principal Hydrogeologist, you will take ownership of delegated projects, managing time, resources, and finances effectively. You will support colleagues in the management of larger-scale projects, ensuring deliverables meet client expectations and are submitted on time. This role requires project management skills, technical expertise, and good communication abilities.

Key responsibilities:

Be a hydrogeology leader within the team to assist in the development of both creative and scientific solutions to projects
Mentor and support colleagues on hydrogeological matters arising via day to day project work
Lead and manage delegated hydrogeological projects, ensuring efficient use of time, resources, and budgets.
Assist senior colleagues in delivering hydrogeological project deliverables aligned with expectations and deadlines.
Communicate effectively with project peers, seeking assistance when necessary to maintain project quality and progress.
Prepare technical inputs for client proposals, including data assessment and summarization.
Support public consultations by preparing materials, attending public events, and monitoring committee hearings as required.
Assist senior team members with tender submissions.
Manage your workload to avoid overcommitment and ensure balanced project responsibility.
Demonstrate project management principles, especially when leading small to medium-sized projects, ensuring timely, on-budget, and high-quality completion.
Oversee monthly financial billing and reporting for projects under your leadership, providing support for larger projects as needed.
Maintain strong file management and organisational practices throughout all projects.
Undertake research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal Acts, legislation, regulations, policies, and guidelines applicable to hydrogeology.
Who we are looking for:

Proven experience in hydrogeology with a strong track record of project leadership.
Comprehensive knowledge of UK hydrogeological legislation, regulations, and best practices.
Good project and financial management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
Good organisational skills with sufficient attention to detail in report writing and documentation.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines efficiently.
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctoral degree in Field of Study or a related field.
Chartered Engineer or close to attaining Chartership
What is in it for you?

We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.

We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.

Embracing diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles is at the heart of what we do. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community of experts and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

Why choose RPS, a Tetra Tech company:

In 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation.

We design, and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.

As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With over 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.