Civil Engineer (Water) – Design & Build

Overview

In this Senior Civil Engineer role you will lead civil design for water and wastewater projects in the UK, focusing on delivering high-impact infrastructure for communities. You’ll work with design leads to ensure successful project delivery and mentor junior engineers, while coordinating with cross-functional teams. The position sits within Stantec’s Water division in High Wycombe, Reading or London, leveraging our global expertise to solve complex challenges. You’ll help advance sustainable water solutions aligned with AMP cycle goals and local client needs.

Pay / Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• Group income protection
• Life assurance
• Flexi-working and hybrid pattern
• Employee referral scheme
• Development pathway and progression opportunities

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design for water and wastewater projects
• Collaborate with project design leads to ensure delivery outcomes
• Support professional development and mentorship of junior engineers
• Provide leadership within the civil engineering team
• Engage with clients to shape and manage expectations on project delivery
• Leverage Stantec expertise to deliver cutting-edge design

Key requirements

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Professional qualification (Chartered or Incorporated) with ICE or CIWEM preferred
• Experience delivering UK water projects and client-facing roles
• Strong collaboration and innovative problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to deliver projects successfully and lead teams

• Collaborative
• People leadership
• Client engagement
• Civil engineering design
• Water and wastewater infrastructure
• Project delivery leadership

…