Principal Geomorphologist
AECOM
Location
Remote (UK)
Type
Full-time
Posted
Jan 17, 2026
Mission
What you will drive
Core responsibilities include:
- Leading high-quality project delivery for sustainable geomorphology and river restoration schemes
- Planning, managing, modelling, and designing river restoration projects across the UK and internationally
- Coordinating multi-discipline teams on all aspects of river restoration planning and delivery
- Providing technical expertise in geomorphology, hydromorphology, and river engineering
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role creates positive change by designing and implementing river restoration projects that improve water quality, enhance biodiversity, support natural flood management, and restore ecosystems across the UK and internationally.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Required qualifications and skills:
- Experience in geomorphology/hydromorphology and river restoration project leadership
- Expertise in hydraulic and geomorphological/sediment transport modelling
- Knowledge of river engineering, detailed design, contractor supervision and CDM Regulations
- Project management experience with ability to coordinate multi-discipline teams
Benefits
What's in it for you
Benefits include: career development opportunities, flexible hybrid working model for work-life balance, technical practice networks, AECOM University access, and volunteering days. No salary information is provided in the posting.
About
Inside AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm with a UK Water team that works nationally and internationally with regulators, governments, water companies, river trusts, and developers on water environment projects.