Consultant – Hydrology

In this role you will contribute to hydrology and hydraulics projects within Ramboll’s Environment & Health division, supporting clients across national and international contexts. You will work in Milan or Rome as part of a multidisciplinary team, building robust models and delivering insights on flood and water-related risks. You will translate modelling results into resilient drainage and adaptation strategies, and produce technical reports in Italian and English. This role offers exposure to diverse projects and collaboration across an international network, contributing to Ramboll’s sustainable future mission.

• Perform hydrological and hydraulic modelling for catchments, urban drainage, and watercourses
• Incorporate modelling outputs into climate-related risk assessments and adaptation planning
• Develop robust models with transparent assumptions and QC checks
• Prepare technical reports in Italian and English on hydrological assessments and flood risk
• Contribute to technical and commercial proposals in Italian and English
• Collaborate across water, infrastructure and planning teams to develop sustainable solutions

• Master’s degree in environmental engineering or civil engineering with hydraulics focus
• At least four years of relevant experience in hydrology or hydraulic engineering (or PhD in hydraulics with one year experience)
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex hydrological data
• Native or full professional proficiency in Italian and professional proficiency in English
• Proficiency in at least one 1D/2D hydraulic modelling package (e.g., HEC-RAS, MIKE+ modules) and hydrological/urban drainage tools (HEC-HMS, SWMM)
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro or QGIS
• Experience with Python, R, MATLAB or similar is advantageous
• Highly organized, detail-focused, self-motivated and collaborative
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• organization
• attention to detail
• collaboration
• HEC-RAS
• MIKE+ modules
• HEC-HMS