Senior Civil Engineer

Stantec; Galway; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading training and support

Professional subscriptions paid

Chartered progression plan

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Stantec in Ireland’s water sector is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to lead delivery of water and wastewater projects from concept through construction. You will oversee designs, drawings, calculations, specifications and contract documentation while mentoring junior engineers.

Based in Ireland, you will collaborate with project managers, environmental specialists, contractors and clients, ensuring quality, regulatory compliance and the development of resilient, sustainable infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 8 degree in Engineering (or related discipline).
• Significant post-graduate experience in water network design and delivery.
• Strong technical leadership to guide design development and reviews.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary project teams and engaging with clients and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and produce high-quality technical outputs including designs, drawings, calculations, specifications, reports and contract documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and contribute to design reviews.
• Engage with project managers, environmental specialists, contractors and clients to support effective project coordination and delivery.
• Take ownership of technical workstreams and develop leadership and client-facing experience within Ireland’s water sector.

Skills

Technical leadership

Water network design

Stakeholder engagement

Team mentorship

Communication skills

Education

Level 8 degree in Engineering

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an opportunity to join Stantec’s growing water sector team in Ireland at a senior level, playing a key role in the delivery of critical infrastructure that supports communities, protects the environment, and addresses the challenges of climate change. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will lead and contribute to a diverse portfolio of water and wastewater projects, spanning feasibility, concept design, detailed design, and construction support across the full project lifecycle.

About The Role

As a Senior Civil Engineer within Stantec’s water team, you will play a leading role in the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects from concept through to construction. You will be responsible for overseeing and producing high-quality technical outputs, including designs, drawings, calculations, specifications, reports, and contract documentation.

You will provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, contribute to design reviews, and help ensure consistency, quality, and compliance across project deliverables. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will engage directly with project managers, environmental specialists, contractors, and clients, supporting effective project coordination and delivery.

This role provides a strong platform to take ownership of technical workstreams while continuing to develop your leadership and client-facing experience within Ireland’s water sector.

YOUR IMPACT

In this role, you will make a significant contribution to the delivery of essential water and wastewater infrastructure that underpins community wellbeing, public health, and environmental protection across Ireland. Your technical leadership will help ensure the delivery of reliable water services, improved network performance, and enhanced climate resilience.

By applying advanced engineering judgement and industry best practice, you will drive the development of efficient, compliant, and sustainable design solutions. Your input will be critical in managing technical risk, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering long-term value for clients and stakeholders.

Through your leadership within multidisciplinary teams, you will help shape high-quality project outcomes, strengthen client relationships, mentor developing engineers, and contribute to the continued growth and reputation of Stantec in Ireland’s water sector.

About You

You are an experienced Civil Engineer with strong technical capability and a proven track record in the design and delivery of water network projects. You are confident operating at a senior level, providing technical leadership, and supporting the development of junior team members.

You Will Demonstrate

• A minimum Level 8 degree in Engineering (or a related discipline)
• Significant post‑graduate experience in water network design and delivery
• Strong technical expertise with the ability to lead design development and review outputs
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams and engaging with clients and stakeholders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively

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.
• 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.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment to assist with the growth of your career.
• Growth: We’re on an exciting growth journey across the Ireland – we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard!