Principal Civil Engineer - Water

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Principal Civil Engineer in Water, where you'll lead innovative projects that enhance water management across the UK. This role offers the chance to work on iconic projects while supporting your professional development. With a commitment to sustainability and community welfare, you will collaborate with top clients and a diverse team, driving impactful solutions in the water sector. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the water industry with a focus on project management.
• Ability to produce and review technical reports and designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects to improve water sourcing, treatment, and distribution.
• Collaborate with teams across regions on large-scale water projects.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Technical Reporting

Water Industry Experience

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer Status

Job description

Principal Civil Engineer - Water, Cambridge

Client:

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 5a94e46b4a8f

Job Views: 10

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

We are expanding our Water division across the southwest, building on a successful two-year track record. Our growth strategy for 2025 and beyond is creating excitement within the team. You will partner with top water clients in the area and across the UK to improve how water is sourced, treated, and distributed to communities.

If you're seeking a leadership role, we will support your development into a Principal Civil Engineer. Alternatively, if you're looking for a new challenge to apply your skills in a different environment, we can assist your career progression.

You will also have opportunities to work on UK-wide projects, including some of the largest and most iconic water projects. Our team collaborates across regions including Scotland, the South of England, and Ireland.

About you

You should be degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering. Chartered status and membership in a relevant engineering institution are preferred.

You will bring extensive experience in the water industry, capable of developing solutions from needs assessment to preferred options, supporting and managing project teams. Experience in scoping, designing within timescales and budgets, and producing and reviewing technical reports is essential.

About Stantec

Stantec employs over 31,000 professionals across more than 450 locations on 6 continents. With over 150 years of experience in the UK, we focus on planning, designing, delivering, and managing infrastructure that fosters sustainable and prosperous communities.

We deliver effective solutions aligned with our clients’ visions, ensuring technical excellence and market insight. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, fostering an inclusive environment that supports talent development.

If you're excited about this opportunity but unsure if your experience aligns perfectly, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to making our recruitment process accessible and supporting candidates through any adjustments needed. Please contact [email protected] for assistance.