Job Description

Senior Hydrogeologist

London/Glasgow/Bristol/Derby/York

Permanent Role

Are you interested in joining one of the leading consulting companies? Creating value for customers, people and societies world-wide? Can you add to our success, while also developing your career and reputation? Then join us in designing the future!

Join COWI International Team in the UK

With over 93 offices worldwide, COWI is a leading international consulting group. As a member of the UK team, you'll join our skilled experts and support projects across the transportation and energy sectors, including railways, highways, bridges, hydro and tunnels.

Living up to our values is a priority in the way we work. We collaborate with our customers, partners and colleagues to create better solutions while delivering on our promises project by project. We are curious and courageous as we pursue new knowledge and insights. Most importantly, we care about our planet, our customers and our colleagues as we collaborate to shape tomorrow's societies.

Design the Future with Global Team of Experts

We are looking for a Senior Hydrogeologist to join our Ground Engineering team in the UK (offices in Bristol, Derby, Glasgow, London and York), giving you the opportunity to co-create with our experts on some of the most prestigious infrastructure programmes in the UK. Working alongside our design and engineering teams, you'll be responsible for technical deliverables including hydrogeological models, parameters and reports with the opportunity to further develop skills in ground engineering and general project management responsibilities.

On a day-to-day basis, you'll be responsible for:

Preparation of desk study reports, ground investigation reports and derivation of hydrogeological parameters Development of hydrogeological numerical models Design and supervision of ground investigation Other visits to sites as required Participation in hydrogeological, ground engineering and other relevant company training Mentoring junior staff in the ground engineering team

Your Skills. Our Team. Together, We Design the Future

To succeed in this position, we believe that you'll be an open and honest person who is motivated to collaborate with others while keeping our clients engaged. You'll pursue new insights and constantly explore new ways to improve, while caring for and respecting our clients, your colleagues and the planet we live on.

Furthermore, you'll:

Have a bachelor's degree in geology (or a similar geoscience) and a master's in hydrogeology or equivalent Have obtained Chartered Geologist status from the Geological Society or an equivalent title such as Chartered Engineer Have a sound understanding of various ground engineering systems, with a preference for groundwater control, tunnels, earthworks, deep excavations, grouting and ground treatment Have the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team Be self-motivated with proficient interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Have familiarity with Eurocodes and a sound understanding of CDM Regulations, specifically the designers' requirements and the risk assessment process Knowledge of methods such as AGS data, Holebase, Groundhog and Leapfrog software is an advantage Holding a full UK driving license is beneficial

A place to work and so much more

At COWI, we work together with our customers to shape a sustainable and liveable world. We do it by applying our knowledge and curiosity - and sometimes even our courage - to create the solutions the world needs today to enable a better tomorrow. That is why we say no to fossil-based projects and aspire to have 100% of our revenue come from activities that move our customers towards sustainability.We value differences and development and cultivate an environment of belonging and having fun. Because that is what brings out the best in you, at work and at home.With offices primarily located in the Nordic region, the UK, North America and India, we are currently more than 8,000 people who bring their expertise in engineering, architecture, energy and environment into play.

What we also offer:

To us, a fair reward is more than a competitive salary. We want to take care of our people professionally and personally as well.

Some of our benefits include:

28 days' holiday plus all UK bank and public holidays Formalised development plans and yearly promotion opportunities Private health care, for you and your immediate dependents Flexible and hybrid working conditions Annual subscription fees paid for your membership of two Professional Institutions Group personal pension scheme - salary exchange Life assurance Cycle-to-work scheme Corporate gym membership

As part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, we partner with the wisecampaign.org.uk to recruit for a better gender balance in our teams.

Got more questions?

If you have any unanswered questions about the role or what we have to offer, please reach out to Talent Acquisition Partner, Shruti Gupta at srgu@cowi.com.

Equal opportunity employer.

COWI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Application deadline

15 August 2025

Recruitment type

Full-Time, Permanent

Country

United Kingdom

Locations

Bristol, Derby, Glasgow, London, York

Req. ID

59498