Senior Civil Engineer - Water

TN United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join their dynamic team in Warrington. This role involves leading projects across the water sector, focusing on innovative designs that address sustainability and community needs. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will guide junior engineers, collaborate with design leads, and ensure successful project delivery. With a commitment to carbon reduction and community benefit, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the water industry. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a team dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive UK water industry experience is essential.
• Chartered status with ICE or CIWEM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Engineers in the team.
• Work across the entire project lifecycle from planning to design.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Community Engagement

SUDS

Surface Water Management

Sewage Treatment

Education

Civil Engineering Degree

Chartered Status (ICE or CIWEM)

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Senior Civil Engineer - Water, Warrington

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Location: Warrington, United Kingdom

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Job Reference: 0f3686647d3f

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Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

At Stantec, we are excited about our ongoing growth, having been successful on a number of framework bids across the water industry. In preparation for the biggest AMP ever and in order to continue supporting our clients, we are looking to grow our Civil Engineering teams.

In the North West, we are delighted to have been appointed to United Utilities’ £269 million Design Development Partners Framework for AMP 8.

As part of this exciting new delivery vehicle, we will deliver both outline and detailed design for projects to reduce spills from Combined Sewer Overflows, create improvements in river quality, and bring new storage solutions to support United Utilities’ AMP8 commitments.

We have also been selected on Yorkshire Water’s Storm Overflow Alliance, to deliver their AMP8 capital investment programme. Our teams in Manchester and Warrington will have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues in Leeds on the innovative projects in Yorkshire.

These partnerships allow us to continue delivering cutting-edge designs to meet the complex challenges facing the water industry. This drives us to innovate and deliver solutions that focus on carbon reduction, sustainability, and community benefit.

About the Role:

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will work across the entire project lifecycle including asset planning, strategy, concept design, outline, and detailed design. You will lead and mentor Engineers in the team, collaborate with project design leads, and ensure successful project delivery. You will also have access to Stantec’s expertise to support your delivery and mentorship of junior engineers.

Learn more about our work in the water sector here: Stantec H2O+U - UK

About You:

We seek passionate engineers with extensive UK water industry experience. You should have a Civil Engineering degree and preferably Chartered status with ICE or CIWEM.

Experience in community-focused projects, collaborating with teams to deliver innovative solutions, is essential. Prior experience in storm overflows, SUDS, surface water management, and sewage treatment is beneficial.

About Stantec:

With over 31,000 employees across 450 locations on 6 continents, Stantec has been serving UK clients for over 150 years. We focus on planning, designing, delivering, and managing infrastructure to support sustainable communities.

We are committed to equal opportunity employment, diversity, and inclusion, and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. If you need support or adjustments during the recruitment process, contact [emailprotected].