Senior or Principal Water Resource Consultant

Stantec; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Senior or Principal Water Resource Consultant to tackle future water challenges. The role involves planning and implementing water resource projects, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in water resource management and relevant educational qualifications, contributing to sustainable water solutions in the UK and beyond.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in the water industry.
• Experience in multidisciplinary teams.
• Active involvement with institutions like CIWEM, ICE, or the Institute of Water.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement water resource projects, ensuring compliance with scope and budget.
• Manage projects financially, including bids and proposals.
• Develop client relationships and expand networks.

Skills

Water resource management

Environmental assessments

Client relationship management

Project management

Demand forecasting

Education

Relevant degree (geography, environmental science, civil engineering)

Job description

Senior or Principal Water Resource Consultant

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About the Role

Find your focus, grow with us, and be part of the solution to future water challenges. Recognize the vital role water plays in health, environment, and the economy? Aware of the challenges in providing water amidst climate change, sustainability standards, and population growth? If you're eager to contribute to building resilient and sustainable water supplies in the UK and internationally, we want to hear from you!

Company Overview

Stantec is a top-tier global consultancy, named the ‘Best Place to Work’ at the 2024 NCE Awards. We provide innovative water supply solutions, environmental, and regulatory services across the UK, with ambitious growth plans in water resources planning. We seek experienced professionals to join our water resources team at various UK locations, including Leeds, Birmingham, Reading, and Shrewsbury.

Industry Context

With significant investments in infrastructure, including £4 billion for water supply and £2 billion for Nature-Based solutions (2025-30), the UK industry faces major challenges. Our team works on strategic investigations, water resource management plans, drought plans, and more, helping water companies meet future demands.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement water resource projects, ensuring compliance with scope, budget, and regulatory standards.
• Bring expertise in WRMPs, regional water plans, drought plans, water models, demand management, and environmental assessments.
• Develop client relationships and expand networks for positive project outcomes.
• Manage projects financially, including bids and proposals.
• Support the wider team across various projects and specialisms.

Candidate Profile

We welcome applicants from regulatory, water company, or consultancy backgrounds with recent water resource experience. Ideal candidates have worked in multidisciplinary teams, engaging with clients and authorities, with experience in WRMPs, drought plans, and regional plans.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in water resource projects, including WRMPs, drought plans, regional plans, hydrological assessments, demand forecasting, and risk analysis.
• Experience with WINEP, environmental assessments, licensing, catchment management, and climate impact studies.
• 5-10 years in the water industry.
• Relevant degree (geography, environmental science, civil engineering, etc.) and postgraduate qualifications preferred.
• Active involvement with institutions like CIWEM, ICE, or the Institute of Water, with chartership or working towards it.

Join Us

If you're excited about this opportunity but unsure if your experience matches all requirements, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse backgrounds and skills, and our workload offers varied opportunities within water resources.

About Stantec

With over 31,000 employees across 450 locations worldwide, Stantec has served UK communities for over 150 years. We focus on sustainable development, infrastructure, and community well-being, fostering an inclusive environment that supports talent development.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stantec is committed to equal employment opportunities, prohibiting discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, and other factors. We ensure fair treatment in recruitment, employment, and advancement. We support accessible recruitment processes and adjustments as needed.

Additional Details

Level: Mid-Senior
Type: Full-time
Function: Consulting, IT, Sales
Industries: Business Consulting & Services