Senior Principal Civil Engineer (Water)

Stantec; Ashford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development programs

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ashford is seeking a Senior Principal Civil Engineer specializing in water projects. This role involves developing comprehensive engineering solutions while collaborating with top clients and managing project teams across the UK. Candidates should possess a degree in Civil Engineering and, ideally, be a chartered engineer with a strong background in the water sector. The company offers a friendly and inclusive working culture and competitive benefits, including flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering.
• Chartered engineer and member of a relevant engineering institution preferred.
• Previous experience working within the water industry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions from need to detailed design.
• Undertake scoping and design within required timescales.
• Produce and check technical reports.

Skills

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer

Experience in the water industry

Knowledge of Process and MEICA disciplines

Understanding of environmental issues

Job description

Senior Principal Civil Engineer (Water)

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The Opportunity

Our growth strategy within our Water division for 2025 and beyond is creating a buzz around the place. You will be partnering with the top water clients in the area (and in the UK) to help develop a better way of how we obtain, clean, and distribute water for our local communities. We are looking for a leader ready to step into a Senior Principal Civil Engineer role and harness your experience in the water industry. You may work on UK‑wide projects, some of the largest, most iconic water projects in the UK, and collaborate with cross‑regional teams across Scotland, South England and Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions from need to detailed design and support and manage project team members.
• Undertake scoping and design within required timescales and design budgets.
• Produce and check technical reports.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering.
• Ideally Chartered and a member of a relevant engineering institution.
• Previous experience working within the water industry.
• Working knowledge of Process and MEICA disciplines.
• Understanding of environmental issues including net carbon (preferred but not essential).

What We Offer

• People culture: Friendly, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
• Award winning workplace: Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024. Awarded ‘Consultancy of the Year’ at the Water Industry Awards 2023. Named ‘Utility Partner of the Year’ and ‘Built Environment Partner of the Year’ at the Utility Week Awards 2023.
• Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, private medical insurance, group income protection, life assurance, discounted gym membership, and more.
• Flexible working: Locations and arrangements to suit your needs.
• Revolutionary projects: Work on award‑winning water sector projects across the UK and Ireland.
• Excellent team members: Collaborate with industry‑renowned water sector professionals and mentor the next generation of engineers.
• Training and development: Industry‑leading and first‑of‑its‑kind training and paid professional subscriptions.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is compliant with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Contact

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