Rivers & Coastal Engineer - Hybrid Work & Growth

Stantec; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Private medical insurance

Annual leave with option to buy/sell additional days

Group income protection and life assurance

Discounted gym membership

Professional development and paid subscriptions

Job summary

Stantec is looking for a Rivers & Coastal Engineer / Flood Risk Consultant to join their UK team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves designing and managing river and coastal projects, overseeing flood risk management schemes, and ensuring high-quality design through rigorous checks. Responsibilities include collaborating with clients and stakeholders, managing contracts, and mentoring junior team members. The position offers competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension, and a hybrid flexible working arrangement.

Qualifications

• Relevant industry degree.
• Chartered professional status, or close to application.
• Previous responsible experience in design roles.
• Experience working with other disciplines on design and specification.
• Experience supervising and monitoring construction works with contractors.
• AutoCAD skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs, specifications and reports for flood risk management schemes.
• Communicate design information throughout the project cycle from concept to construction.
• Manage NEC contracts (experience desirable).
• Delegate to team members and ensure high quality design information through QA checks.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to obtain necessary consents.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams across all project stages.
• Support projects during construction, addressing technical queries.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Job description

Stantec is looking for a Rivers & Coastal Engineer / Flood Risk Consultant to join their UK team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves designing and managing river and coastal projects, overseeing flood risk management schemes, and ensuring high-quality design through rigorous checks. Responsibilities include collaborating with clients and stakeholders, managing contracts, and mentoring junior team members. The position offers competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension, and a hybrid flexible working arrangement.