Senior Principal Water Networks Modeller

Stantec; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job description

Overview

Stantec is looking for a Senior Principal Water Network Modeller to join our national team, based in High Wycombe or Reading, and play a strategic leadership role in delivering innovative solutions that improve network resilience, reduce water loss, and secure sustainable water supplies for future generations.

Responsibilities

In this role you will provide strategic and technical leadership across our water network modelling portfolio, ensuring the successful delivery of complex programmes for major UK water companies. You will oversee technical governance, develop innovative modelling methodologies, and support the growth of our modelling capability across the business.

Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams, you will lead projects covering network optimisation, live modelling, leakage and pressure management, resilience planning, and smart network operations. You will also play a key role in business development, supporting framework growth, developing long‑term client relationships, mentoring technical leaders, and defining the future direction of our modelling services.

Impact

Your leadership will influence how water companies respond to increasing environmental pressures, population growth, and the need for resilient, sustainable infrastructure. Through technical excellence and strategic thinking, you will help shape investment decisions that improve operational performance, reduce leakage, and enhance service for millions of customers. You will champion innovation by advancing digital modelling capabilities, embedding best practice, and developing future technical leaders, strengthening client partnerships, supporting business growth, and reinforcing Stantec’s reputation as a leading consulting firm in water network modelling.

About You

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience leading complex water network modelling projects.
• Expert knowledge of industry‑standard software such as InfoWorks WS Pro, InfoWater Pro, Synergi Water or equivalent.
• Proven experience providing technical leadership and governance across multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong understanding of network optimisation, leakage management, pressure management and resilience planning.
• Experience leading, mentoring and developing high‑performing technical teams.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and client relationship skills.

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer status.
• Experience in advanced data analytics, water balance studies and digital solutions.
• Experience in transient modelling and surge analysis.
• Experience supporting business development, framework management and winning new work.

Why Join Us

• We put people first: a friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: recognized as a top workplace and sustainable company.
• We do what is right: industry‑leading training and development and support for professional progression.
• We are better together: supportive and collaborative team environment with Employee Resource Groups.
• Growth: on an exciting growth journey across the UK.
• Great benefits: competitive salary, bonus schemes, pension plan, enhanced leave options, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance, discounted gym membership.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: healthy work‑life balance with a hybrid approach.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future or 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. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.