Urban Drainage Modeller

Stantec; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid work

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension

Bonus schemes

Gym membership

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an Urban Drainage Modeller to join our team across the UK, based in High Wycombe or Reading. You will deliver drainage and wastewater modelling studies, build and maintain hydraulic models, and work with multidisciplinary teams to solve real environmental challenges.

The role emphasizes ownership of technical tasks, development of modelling expertise, and contribution to major UK water programmes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in urban drainage, wastewater or hydraulic modelling.
• Experience using InfoWorks ICM.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret technical data and modelling outputs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver urban drainage and wastewater modelling studies across UK water projects.
• Develop, update and maintain hydraulic models using InfoWorks ICM.
• Undertake modelling assessments covering storm overflows, flooding, water quality and network performance.
• Analyse and interpret modelling results to identify practical engineering solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations and other project deliverables to a high standard.
• Work closely with modellers, engineers, environmental specialists and digital teams across multidisciplinary projects.
• Contribute to project meetings, site visits and technical workshops.

Skills

Urban drainage modelling

Hydraulic modelling

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

Job description

The Opportunity

As the UK water sector continues to invest in improving environmental performance and the resilience of wastewater networks, there is growing demand for skilled Urban Drainage Modellers. At Stantec, our teams use hydraulic modelling and digital solutions to help clients understand network performance and develop practical responses to challenges such as flooding, storm overflows and water quality.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an Urban Drainage Modeller to join our Southern teams in High Wycombe or Reading. You’ll become part of a supportive and technically strong environment, working alongside experienced modellers, engineers and environmental specialists across a wide range of projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your career within urban drainage modelling, building on your existing experience while gaining exposure to major UK water programmes and contributing to projects with real environmental and community benefits.

About The Role

As an Urban Drainage Modeller, you’ll play an important role in the delivery of modelling activities across wastewater and urban drainage projects, taking responsibility for your own technical work while working closely with experienced colleagues and multidisciplinary teams.

You Will

• Deliver urban drainage and wastewater modelling studies across UK water projects.
• Develop, update and maintain hydraulic models using InfoWorks ICM.
• Undertake modelling assessments covering storm overflows, flooding, water quality and network performance.
• Analyse and interpret modelling results to help identify practical engineering solutions in response to client and project requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations and other project deliverables to a high standard.
• Work closely with modellers, engineers, environmental specialists and digital teams across multidisciplinary projects.
• Contribute to project meetings, site visits and technical workshops where appropriate.
• Take ownership of your technical tasks and continue developing your understanding of industry standards, modelling techniques and best practice.

YOUR IMPACT

Your work will help our clients understand how their wastewater networks operate and identify opportunities to improve performance and environmental outcomes. The modelling you deliver will contribute to projects addressing water quality, storm overflow impacts, flooding and the long-term resilience of wastewater infrastructure across the South of England.

As part of Stantec’s wider Urban Drainage Modelling community, you’ll have the opportunity to broaden your technical experience across a range of modelling studies, contribute new ideas and develop your career within a growing and collaborative team.

ABOUT YOU Essential

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in urban drainage, wastewater or hydraulic modelling.
• Practical experience developing and working with hydraulic models.
• Experience using InfoWorks ICM
• Good understanding of hydraulic modelling principles and wastewater networks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret technical data and modelling outputs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage your own workload and work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Desirable

• Membership of, or working towards membership of, a relevant professional institution such as ICE or CIWEM.
• Experience across storm overflows, water quality, flooding or wastewater network studies.
• Experience working with UK water companies or within AMP programmes.
• Experience with digital modelling, automation, data analytics or other emerging technologies.
• Experience supporting or sharing knowledge with less experienced team members.

WHY JOIN US

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups).
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

If you’re looking to continue developing your career in Urban Drainage Modelling, this is an opportunity to build on your existing experience, work on meaningful water projects and develop your technical expertise within a growing team.

Join us in High Wycombe or Reading and help shape the future of the UK water sector.

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. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit 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.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.