Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 178,400 - 276,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) and employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Principal Water/Wastewater Engineer for their Santa Barbara office. In this role, you will manage client relationships, oversee project delivery, and provide technical leadership in water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate has a strong background in engineering, at least 15 years of relevant experience, and a commitment to excellence in project management. Full-time position with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of water/wastewater treatment or conveyance experience.
• Valid California Professional Engineering license or ability to obtain one within 1 year.
• Experience with multidisciplinary team management and collaborative delivery projects.

Responsibilities

• Engage in business development and project delivery as a client‑facing project leader.
• Manage project staff, financials, and contracts.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership for water and/or wastewater projects.

Skills

Client service management

Project delivery

Design management

Project management

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

B.S. degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering

M.S. preferred

Job description

Your Opportunity

Stantec's Water practice is seeking a highly motivated Principal Water/Wastewater Engineer to join our Santa Barbara, California office. Primary responsibilities include client service management, project delivery, design management, and project management for water and wastewater treatment and conveyance projects. The role involves evaluation, planning, design, construction administration, and engineering services during construction for water, recycled water, and wastewater infrastructure projects, including proposals, scope, fee development, alternatives analysis, treatment plant, pump station, pipeline design, and construction support. Candidates will advance their careers and become a recognized technical resource for our California water practice.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Engage in business development and project delivery as a client‑facing project leader in the municipal and/or industrial water market in California.
• Manage project staff, financials, and contracts while meeting performance goals and client expectations.
• Promote Stantec’s project delivery structure that includes Project Managers and Project Technical Leads.
• Provide technical guidance and leadership in the development of innovative technical solutions for water and/or wastewater projects.
• Communicate effectively and coordinate with clients during planning, design, and construction.
• Work closely with leadership to identify, foster, and maintain strategic client relationships in California and lead business development efforts.
• Engage clients in meaningful discussions about their most critical issues and translate those discussions into opportunities to deliver solutions.
• Support Stantec’s reputation for innovation and research through participation in California conferences, professional associations, and academic partnerships.
• Mentor young professionals in the California offices.
• Comply with Stantec safety procedures and protocols.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience organizing, planning, and executing water and/or wastewater treatment and/or conveyance designs from pursuit to design and construction.
• Experience leading, coordinating, and managing multidisciplinary teams involving internal personnel, subconsultants, vendors, and suppliers.
• Experience with collaborative delivery projects working with contractors and vendors.
• Strong client service, project management, and/or design management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Passion for team building, collaboration, and mentoring.
• Strong technical skills with at least one area of specialized expertise.
• Ability to meet client expectations on project budgeting and quality management.
• Experience managing or participating in market and strategic client relationship development campaigns and proposal writing.
• Must have a good driving record and valid driver’s license.

Education and Experience

• B.S. degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering; M.S. preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of water/wastewater treatment or conveyance experience.
• Valid California Professional Engineering license or a license in another state with the ability to obtain a California license within 1 year of employment.

Office Environment

Typical office environment involves computer use and long periods at a desk. Field work may include exposure to inclement weather.

Salary and Benefits

• Pay Range: Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas – $178,400.00–$276,600.00 annually.
• Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided where required. Final compensation is based on education, qualifications, experience, and work location.
• Benefits Summary: Medical, dental, vision, wellness program, HSAs, FSAs, 401(k), employee stock purchase program, AD&D insurance, disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, paid family leave, and ten paid holidays per calendar year. Full‑time employees accrue 10–20 vacation days per year and paid sick leave per state or local law. Part‑time employees receive analogous benefits.
• Other Benefits: Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k), employee stock purchase program, and paid leave per state and local law.
• Union Note: Benefits listed may not apply to union positions governed by collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location and Travel

• Primary Location: United States | CA | Santa Barbara
• Travel: Yes
• Schedule: Full time

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 in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.