Civil Engineer to Principal Civil Engineer (Design and Build - Water)

Stantec; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking experienced Civil Engineers to join their UK team. Responsibilities include developing technical solutions, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with project managers to meet quality standards. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and relevant experience in water infrastructure. This role offers opportunities for personal development and career progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Commitment to personal development

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or relevant subject.
• Experience in contractor-led environments.
• Familiarity with water and wastewater infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical solutions.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.
• Work closely with Project Managers on project standards.

Skills

Technical design skills

Mentoring and collaboration

Project management

Water infrastructure expertise

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Incorporated or Chartered membership

Job description

Overview

Stantec is working in partnership with a number of UK Contractors to deliver innovative, sustainable and efficient solutions across regulated water programmes and projects. We are looking for individuals who think differently and love to challenge conventional thinking to join us in a growing, collaborative team of likeminded engineers working to meet the unprecedented industry-wide efficiency and net zero challenges. Currently we are looking for an experienced Civil Engineers to join our dynamic team, supporting the delivery of a variety of Design & Build projects as part of major capital investment programmes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver technical solutions and detailed designs.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering technical growth and collaboration.
• Work closely with Project Managers and Team Leaders to ensure projects meet cost, schedule, quality, and technical standards.
• Provide expert input across all stages of project delivery, ensuring alignment with both Partner and Stantec expectations.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or other relevant subject.
• Ideally Incorporated or Chartered member of a relevant engineering institution (e.g. ICE, CIWEM).
• Experience developing detailed designs, working in a contractor-led environment, leading and developing civil engineers and managing other technical professionals to achieve holistic technical outcomes.
• Experience in water and wastewater infrastructure / networks and treatment; ideally in one or more of the following technical areas: Sustainable Urban Drainage and Surface Water Management; Trunk Mains and Large Diameter Pipeline Design; Service Reservoirs; Clean Water Treatment.

About Stantec

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global engineering consultancy expanding its UK presence. You'll be part of a professional, supportive team committed to delivering world-class solutions for our clients and communities. We\'re equally committed to your personal development and career progression. You can find out more about our work in the water sector here: Stantec Water Jobs, The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients\' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today\'s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn\'t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.