Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Principal/Associate Geomorphologist
Lead river restoration projects, providing geomorphology expertise and managing teams.
Job Highlights
About the Role
All Water Environment team members engage directly with clients and handle commercial aspects, while health, safety, and environmental considerations underpin the work. As a senior geomorphologist you will coach junior staff, coordinate multi‑discipline teams, and ensure compliance with CDM regulations. • Lead geomorphology and river restoration projects from planning through delivery. • Manage detailed design, construction supervision, and CDM compliance for river works. • Conduct hydraulic, sediment transport, and geomorphological modelling. • Coordinate multi‑discipline teams and serve as primary client liaison. • Provide coaching and mentorship to junior team members. • Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are met on all projects.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸river modelling
- ▸design management
- ▸construction supervision
- ▸cdm compliance
- ▸team coordination
- ▸client liaison
What You Bring
The role is for an experienced Geomorphologist and River Restoration Project Lead within the UK Water team, working with regulators, water companies, wildlife trusts, and developers. You will be responsible for high‑quality delivery of planning, modelling, design, and construction supervision for sustainable river restoration schemes. • Degree in geography, physical sciences, engineering, or related field. • Proven experience in river restoration and project delivery. • Strong communication, engagement, and leadership skills with stakeholders.
Requirements
- ▸degree
- ▸geomorphologist
- ▸river restoration
- ▸project delivery
- ▸communication
- ▸leadership
Benefits
AECOM offers flexible hybrid working, career development through AECOM University and technical practice networks, as well as well‑being benefits such as volunteering days and personalised support programmes. The company promotes a diverse, inclusive culture and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including those requiring reasonable accommodations. • Flexible hybrid work model, career development programs, and well‑being benefits.
Work Environment
Hybrid