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Stantec are going through an exciting time with significant growth in our water sector and we are currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer that may be interested in joining us in the South in the coming weeks and months.

As a member of our Structural Engineering team, you will lead on the delivery of high‑quality structural engineering projects across a variety of sectors. In addition, you will partner with our clients across the UK and play a key role in exceeding their requirements through the technical delivery of projects.

You will report directly to our Specialist Structural Engineering Technical Lead, developing our structural knowledge and capability, and supporting internal opportunities in sectors beyond water and energy.

This role will be based in one of our South offices: London, Reading or High Wycombe, with hybrid working between office and home anticipated.

In this role you will carry out structural engineering design for concrete, steel and masonry structures; conduct structural inspections; and produce accurate reports that define requirements for asset maintenance and modification to meet client and regulatory standards.

In addition to previous structural design experience, you will have a good knowledge of civil and geotechnical engineering, and an awareness of other engineering disciplines sufficient to enable collaborative working across Stantec.

You will also have a good knowledge of construction, both temporary and permanent, and of the information requirements of construction teams as part of design‑build projects.

If you’re someone who has a broad range of structural and civil engineering experience, enjoys coaching and mentoring others, and wants to lead on the development of technical capability, then look no further – we would love to hear from you.

• Our People Culture: We’re a close‑knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment
• Growth: Our Water business is on an exciting growth journey and we want you to be part of it!
• Awards: Stantec were awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work – Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards, as well as being consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world.
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great Projects: We have secured a position on the majority of AMP8 Frameworks across the UK and are delivering a wide variety of projects that will make a real difference to our communities
• Industry‑leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions

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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 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.

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 careers.UK@stantec.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.