Water Consultant

We're working with a fast-growing technology business supporting major UK water companies with infrastructure planning, optimisation and digital transformation projects across clean water, wastewater and bioresources.
This is an opportunity for someone with experience in the UK water sector who enjoys solving complex operational or planning challenges and has an interest in data, modelling, analytics or digital technologies.
The business delivers innovative decision-support and optimisation solutions used by utilities to improve resilience, efficiency, sustainability and long-term investment planning. Projects can range from water resource planning and wastewater network optimisation through to sludge, bioresources and energy recovery strategies.
You do not need to have experience across every area. Candidates from either clean water, wastewater or bioresources backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The RoleYou'll work closely with both internal teams and water industry clients to support the development and delivery of data-led solutions for infrastructure and operational planning projects.The role will involve a mix of stakeholder engagement, problem solving, analysis and technical delivery, helping clients make better long-term decisions across their asset base.
Typical responsibilities may include:Supporting water sector planning and optimisation projectsWorking with operational, planning and asset dataHelping translate business challenges into practical technical solutionsEngaging with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirementsScenario modelling, analytics and performance improvement workSupporting development of digital tools, modelling approaches and decision-support solutionsCollaborating with multidisciplinary technical teams
What We're Looking ForWe're interested in speaking with candidates who understand the UK water industry and have exposure to some of the following areas:Water, wastewater or bioresources infrastructure/projectsAsset planning or operational optimisationHydraulic, network or process modellingData analysis or analyticsDigital transformation or smart water initiativesResource planning or investment planningSustainability, resilience or environmental programmes

Experience with any of the following would be beneficial, but not essential:Python, R or SQLExcel/data analysis toolsOptimisation or modelling softwareDigital twin technologiesAI, machine learning or advanced analyticsWater industry modelling platforms such as InfoWorks, Flood Modeller, PyWR or similar
We're open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including:Water & wastewater engineeringProcess or environmental engineeringCatchment or network operationsHydraulic modellingBioresources/sludge managementData science or analytics within infrastructure/utilitiesStrategic planning or asset management
Why Apply?Work on high-profile AMP8 programmes and long-term infrastructure strategiesExposure across clean water, wastewater and bioresources projectsOpportunity to work with innovative digital and analytics technologiesFlexible hybrid workingStrong long-term growth potential within a rapidly expanding business
If you have experience in the water sector and an interest in data, modelling, optimisation or digital solutions, we'd be keen to speak with you.