The Vacancy

Richard Allitt Associates Ltd (RAA) part of RSK Group was established in 1996 to deliver innovative solutions for the complex needs of customers of 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 the latest hydraulic modelling and analytical techniques.

We are now hiring for Senior & Principal Wastewater Modellers to join the team on a hybrid basis from our office in Derby.

The main focus of the role will be supporting our various clients on their AMP8 and beyond, programmes of work including SOAF, WINEP, DWMP along with catchment studies as required. Within this role the Senior person will be responsible for developing and managing a team of Hydraulic Modellers and other technical staff in order to provide an exemplary service to established and new clients. At Principal level the technical focus of the role will be developing engineering solutions to flooding issues and working with the modelling teams to optimise these solutions as part of WINEP, SOAF and DWMP Studies.

Key Responsibilities for Senior Wastewater Modeller:

• Hydraulic modelling using the 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 development of innovative ideas.
• Working on Integrated Catchment Models and developing a team of Hydraulic Modellers and other technical staff.
• Leading a small team of Modellers working on Integrated Urban Drainage projects
• Assisting with the Financial and Technical management of projects
• Liaising with Clients, Statutory Authorities and Stakeholders
• Assisting with the development of new techniques and skills
• Preparing reports etc and checking of work done by others

Principal Wastewater Modeller:

• Working with a small team of Modellers to develop Integrated Urban Drainage solutions
• Responsible for the Financial and Technical management of projects
• Mentoring and upskilling the modelling staff in the optioneering process
• Take on a lead role in the identification of urban drainage solutions

Person Specification:

• Ideally 5-8 years proven UK Experience of using InfoWorks ICM
• Highly proficient computer & 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 work as a team leader
• Good relationship builder with clients in both the public and private sectors.

Salary & Benefits:

• £Commensurate with experience
• Cycle work scheme (up to £4,000) to save up to 32 per cent 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 Day per year
• Access to employee resource groups across the wider RSK family
• Workplace pension matched up to 5%
• Support to provide you with Continual Professional Development
• Life Insurance

*Full Detailed Job Specification Attached

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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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 the latest hydraulic modelling and analytical techniques. Additionally, a specialist company division, Remote Aerial Surveys, offers high-quality mapping and aerial surveying services.

We are a team of 25 and joined RSK in March 2022. From offices spread throughout the UK, we have been providing integrated flood risk consultancy services, including hydraulic modelling, urban flood forecasting, catchment planning, hydrology, surface water and drainage assessments and flood risk management. Clients include Scottish Water, Anglian Water, Wessex Water, Severn Trent, Southern Water, the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and Network Rail.

Richard Allitt Associates is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

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Benefits

Life Assurance

Annual Leave Purchase

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Mental Health Support

Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme