Graduate Environmental Advisor - Water - 2026 (Reading)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Reading is seeking a Graduate Environmental Advisor for its 2026 Graduate Programme. You will work closely with clients to develop innovative solutions and contribute to sustainability efforts. The ideal candidate has a degree in a relevant field and possesses strong collaboration skills. This role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, along with permanent employment and a clear path for professional progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Science, or Environmental Planning (accredited by CIWEM, IEMA, or RTPI).

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and environmental management studies.
• Prepare environmental planning reports.
• Manage environmental and sustainability issues across various projects.

Job description

With every community, Stantec redefines what’s possible.

Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible, as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Your role:

We are looking for a Graduate Environmental Advisor based in Reading to join our 2026 Graduate Programme.

Alongside our ambitious Environmental team, you will work closely with our prestigious clients to develop innovative, sustainable, and efficient solutions to meet their needs and contribute towards a greener future. This is a great opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile projects, providing ample scope for career progression in the industry.

As a Graduate Environmental Advisor, you will collaborate with senior team members and clients in the regulated water and energy sectors. Your responsibilities will include conducting environmental impact assessments (EIAs), environmental management studies and audits, and preparing environmental planning reports. You will also play a key role in managing environmental and sustainability issues across various projects.

Learn more about our Water business line here: Water (stantec.com), and explore some of the projects you could contribute to: Stantec appointed to Cadent Environmental Services Framework.

About you:

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with your Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Science, or Environmental Planning (accredited by CIWEM, IEMA, or RTPI), and a keen interest in the water industry, we welcome your application if you are:

• An adapter: capable of staying calm in new and changing situations, comfortably handling a variety of dynamic tasks.
• A Perseverer: able to remain composed in setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A focused individual: who concentrates on what matters, tuning out distractions to perform effectively.
• An Eager Learner: eager to learn from experiences and the environment, using this knowledge proactively.
• A Collaborator: who works effectively with diverse teams, considering different perspectives to achieve better outcomes.

Please note: We ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week to ensure sufficient team interaction and support.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection, and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract, demonstrating our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan to support your path to professional chartership
• A supportive and collaborative team environment, including our Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network. More about our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups

For any questions, please review our Graduate FAQs. We look forward to receiving your application!

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