EIA Hydrology Consultant

ERM
📍 Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 💼 Full time 🕒 Posted May 31, 2026

Job Description

Role overview

ERM is seeking a Consultant Hydrologist EIA Water Specialist to support the team with writing hydrology Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) chapters and associated technical appendices ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and client requirements.


You will conduct technical assessments, including:

  • Groundwater Dependent Terrestrial Ecosystems (GWDTE) risk assessments
  • Private water supply risk assessments
  • Watercourse Crossing Inventories
  • Water Quality Monitoring Reports
  • Water Framework Directive assessments.
  • The role will involve regular fieldwork: site walkovers for EIAs, water quality monitoring, private water supply surveys, writing risk assessments, 4x4 experience desirable.
    As a Consultant, part of your role will be to mentor junior colleagues in the above assessments and field survey.

    Other responsibilities

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    Job Details

    • Location Edinburgh, Scotland
    • Job Type Full time
    • Category Physical Scientists
    • Posted Date May 31, 2026
    • Application Deadline July 10, 2026