Principal/Associate Geomorphologist
AECOM
Location
Remote (UK)
Type
Full-time
Posted
Jan 30, 2026
Mission
What you will drive
Core responsibilities include:
- Leading high-quality project delivery for geomorphology and river restoration schemes
- Planning, managing, modelling, and designing sustainable river restoration projects
- Coordinating multi-discipline teams on all aspects of river restoration planning and delivery
- Providing coaching to peers and junior team members and liaising with clients
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role creates positive change by designing and implementing sustainable river restoration schemes that improve water environments, support wildlife habitats, and contribute to nature recovery and flood management.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
Required skills and experience:
- Expertise in geomorphology/hydromorphology and river restoration
- Experience with river engineering, detailed design, contractor supervision and CDM Regulations
- Proficiency in hydraulic and geomorphological/sediment transport modelling
- Project management experience and ability to coordinate multi-discipline teams
Benefits
What's in it for you
Benefits include:
- Flexible hybrid working model for work-life balance
- Career development opportunities and AECOM University
- Technical practice networks
- Volunteering days
- Range of core and personalised benefits for future and well-being
About
Inside AECOM
AECOM works nationally and internationally with regulators, governments, water companies, river and wildlife trusts, estate managers, and developers on water environment projects including river restoration, wetland restoration, and natural flood management.