Lead Data Scientist, Water Sector – Hybrid UK

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to join its digital team. You will lead data science initiatives, deriving insights and building intelligent tools to transform client operations, especially in the water sector.

Hybrid role across multiple offices, including Reading, with a mix of in-office and home working. You will mentor teams, shape proposals and drive digital innovation while collaborating with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experienced data professional with Python, data modelling and analytics.
• Able to develop data visualisations, implement ML models and deploy cloud solutions.
• Familiar with DevOps, version control, and integrating solutions into client operations.
• Knowledge of MS Power Platform to enhance Power BI/Power Apps solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead data science initiatives using modelling, cleansing and analytics.
• Derive insights with predictive analytics and optimization techniques.
• Build automated tools and visualisations for actionable insights.
• Drive digital innovation and shape client solutions for the water sector.
• Collaborate with clients and deliver high-quality results.

Skills

Python

Data visualization

Machine learning

Azure

Power BI

Power Apps

DevOps

Version control

Power Platform

Tools

Azure ML

Git

Job description

Stantec is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to join its digital team. You will lead data science initiatives, deriving insights and building intelligent tools to transform client operations, especially in the water sector.

Hybrid role across multiple offices, including Reading, with a mix of in-office and home working. You will mentor teams, shape proposals and drive digital innovation while collaborating with clients and stakeholders.