Overview

The Vacancy

Richard Allitt Associates Ltd (RAA), part of RSK Group, was established in 1996 to deliver innovative solutions for the urban drainage industry. As Consulting Engineers, we maintain a traditional family-based approach to business, putting client needs first and resolving flooding problems in the urban environment using hydraulic modelling and analytical techniques. We are hiring for Senior & Principal Wastewater Modellers to join the team on a hybrid basis from our Glasgow office.

The main focus of the role is to support our clients on AMP8 and beyond, including programmes of work such as SOAF, WINEP, and DWMP, along with catchment studies as required. The Senior role involves developing and managing a team of Hydraulic Modellers and other technical staff to provide an exemplary service to established and new clients. At Principal level, the role focuses on developing engineering solutions to flooding issues and working with modelling teams to optimise these solutions as part of WINEP, SOAF and DWMP studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Hydraulic modelling using InfoWorks ICM and InfoAsset Manager
• Junior management of a small team of modellers and technicians
• Take an active role in urban drainage activities nationally and develop innovative ideas
• Work on Integrated Catchment Models and develop a team of Hydraulic Modellers and other technical staff
• Lead a small team of Modellers on Integrated Urban Drainage projects
• Assist with the financial and technical management of projects
• Liaise with clients, statutory authorities and stakeholders
• Assist with development of new techniques and skills
• Prepare reports and check work done by others

Principal Wastewater Modeller

• Work with a small team of Modellers to develop Integrated Urban Drainage solutions
• Responsible for financial and technical management of projects
• Mentor and upskill modelling staff in the optioneering process
• Take a lead role in identifying urban drainage solutions

Person Specification

• Ideally 5-8 years proven UK experience of using InfoWorks ICM
• Highly proficient computer and technical skills
• Chartered member or approaching Chartered status (Principal)
• Ability to effectively manage workload
• Good communication skills
• Self-motivated, able to work under pressure and to lead a team
• Good relationship builder with clients in both the public and private sectors

Salary & Benefits

• £Commensurate with experience
• Cycle to Work scheme (up to £4,000) to save up to 32% off the cost of a bike and cycling equipment, including electric bikes
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Annual Professional Institution subscription
• Annual company performance bonus scheme – subject to company performance
• 2 Volunteering Days per year
• Access to employee resource groups across the wider RSK family
• Workplace pension matched up to 5%
• Support to provide continual Professional Development
• Life Insurance

*Full detailed job specification attached

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

About Us

Strategically situated in Crawley, West Sussex and Warrington, Cheshire, Richard Allitt Associates is a leading specialist provider of hydraulic modelling, flood risk management and surface water management services in the urban drainage industry. Our proficient teams of consulting engineers resolve flooding problems in the urban environment using hydraulic modelling and analytical techniques. A specialist division, Remote Aerial Surveys, offers mapping and aerial surveying services. We are a team of 25 and joined RSK in March 2022, with offices across the UK. Our clients include water / regulatory authorities and major infrastructure organisations.

Richard Allitt Associates is part of the RSK Group, a leading environmental, engineering and technical services business. We operate as a group of businesses that work together to provide multidisciplinary services. We are committed to a people-first culture, ongoing growth, and empowering individuals to excel. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and beliefs. We support flexible working where possible and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

An RSK Company

Benefits

Life Assurance

Annual Leave Purchase

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Mental Health Support

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Equal Opportunities