Principal Water Network Modeller

Stantec UK Careers; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible working

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Private medical insurance

Job summary

Stantec in Leeds seeks a Principal Water Network Modeller to lead a broad range of water modelling projects. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, oversee technical governance and drive innovation across our modelling capabilities.

Your work focuses on network optimisation, leakage and pressure management, and long-term investment planning, while mentoring engineers and supporting client relationships.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil/Water Eng or related discipline.
• Extensive experience delivering water network modelling projects.
• Proficiency in InfoWorks WS Pro, InfoWater Pro or Synergi Water.
• Experience leading technical delivery across complex modelling programmes.
• Strong knowledge of network optimisation, leakage and pressure management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across water modelling projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and govern project delivery.
• Drive innovation across modelling capabilities.
• Lead projects on network optimisation, leakage and pressure management.
• Support business development and client engagement.
• Mentor engineers and develop talent within the team.

Skills

Water network modelling

InfoWorks WS Pro

InfoWater Pro

Synergi Water

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Mentoring engineers

Communication

Network optimisation

Leakage management

Pressure management

Education

Civil/Water Engineering degree

Tools

InfoWorks WS Pro

InfoWater Pro

Synergi Water

Job description

At Stantec, we're helping water companies meet the challenges of AMP8 and beyond by delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that improve network performance and secure resilient water supplies for the future. We're looking for a Principal Water Network Modeller based in Leeds, to join our growing team and play a leading role in delivering some of the UK's most significant water infrastructure programmes.

As a recognised leader in wet infrastructure, Stantec combines technical excellence with digital innovation to help clients optimise their networks, reduce leakage, improve resilience and make smarter investment decisions. You'll work alongside industry-leading specialists across our UK and global teams, contributing to a diverse portfolio of projects while helping shape the future of water network modelling. With a strong pipeline of work, clear opportunities for progression and a collaborative culture, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career while making a lasting impact on communities and the environment.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Principal Water Network Modeller, you will provide technical leadership across a broad range of water network modelling projects, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality solutions for our clients. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee technical governance and help drive innovation across our modelling capability.

Your work will include leading projects focused on network optimisation, leakage and pressure management, network rehabilitation, smart network operations and long-term investment planning. You will also contribute to business development activities, support project planning and mentor engineers across the team, helping to develop the next generation of technical specialists.

YOUR IMPACT

Your expertise will help water companies make informed decisions that improve network resilience, reduce water loss and ensure reliable water supplies for millions of customers. Through innovative modelling approaches and advanced data analytics, you'll support sustainable investment strategies that deliver long-term environmental and operational benefits.

Beyond project delivery, you'll play a key role in strengthening our technical capability by mentoring colleagues, embedding best practice and driving the adoption of new digital technologies. Your leadership will help shape the future of our water network modelling team while reinforcing Stantec's reputation as a trusted partner across the UK water sector.

ABOUT YOU

Essential

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience delivering water network modelling projects.
• Strong knowledge of industry-standard modelling software such as InfoWorks WS Pro, InfoWater Pro, Synergi Water or equivalent.
• Experience leading technical delivery across complex modelling programmes.
• Strong understanding of network optimisation, leakage management and pressure management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing technical teams.

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards Chartership.
• Experience using GIS platforms such as ArcGIS.
• Experience with advanced data analytics, water balance studies or digital solutions.
• Experience working on UK regulated water company frameworks.

WHY JOIN US

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• We are better together: 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).
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

Join us and help shape the future of water network modelling, delivering smarter, more resilient infrastructure that supports communities for generations to come.