Graduate Urban Drainage Modeller - Water - 2026 (Glasgow)

STANTEC; Scotland; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Graduate Urban Drainage Modeller. You will work on innovative wastewater management projects, developing skills with industry experts. Ideal candidates will have a relevant Bachelor's degree and a keen interest in the water industry. This role offers a competitive salary and a professional progression plan within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Permanent employment contract

Professional progression plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering, Geography, or a related subject.
• Keen interest in the water industry.

Responsibilities

• Craft cutting-edge hydraulic models for urban drainage.
• Optimise urban drainage systems for sustainability.
• Conduct feasibility studies and water quality assessments.

Skills

Adaptability

Resilience

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering

Geography or water-related subject (Hydrology)

Job description

Overview

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 Urban Drainage Modeller to be based in Glasgow, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme.

As a graduate at Stantec, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping the future of wastewater management, working alongside our specialist team to deliver innovative solutions to our clients. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects and develop your technical skills and knowledge alongside industry leading experts.

From crafting cutting-edge hydraulic models to optimising urban drainage systems, you\'ll play a pivotal role in ensuring resilient and sustainable water infrastructure. Your work will encompass feasibility studies, contingency planning, surge analysis and water quality assessments, contributing to the development of robust and future-proofed solutions.

Take a look at our Water business line here:- Water (stantec.com), and check out some of the project work being carried out by our teams: Caol and Lochyside Flood Protection Scheme (stantec.com)

About you

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with your Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering, Geography (or water related subject i.e. Hydrology) and a keen interest in the water industry, we’d love to receive your application if you are:-

• An Adapter - You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem-Solver - You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of 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 to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs (Graduate Application FAQs) if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!

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About Stantec

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.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

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