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Civil Engineer - Water
Water Engineer – South Region Expansion
The Opportunity
Following a period of record-breaking growth, Stantec’s Water division is entering an ambitious new era. For 2026 and beyond, we are expanding our South Region teams to meet the challenges of climate change head-on.
We aren’t just consultants; we are partners to the UK’s top water clients. From iconic large-scale infrastructure to intricate urban drainage solutions, we design with a simple promise: Community first.
Joining our teams in High Wycombe, Reading, or Cambridge (all prime locations just a short stroll from the train station), you will immerse yourself in the full project lifecycle:
- Diverse Pipeline: Tackle everything from asset planning and strategy to concept, outline, and detailed design.
- Design & Build: Collaborate directly with contractor partners on major D&B projects that move from the screen to reality.
- Project Scope: Lead civil engineering design across:
- Water/Wastewater treatment
- Networks
- Storm Water overflows
- Sustainable urban drainage
Why Stantec?
- Global Reach, Local Heart: Access our "world-class expertise" network while staying rooted in the communities we serve.
- Climate Resilience: Lead the industry’s shift toward carbon mitigation and climate adaptation.
- National Collaboration: While based in the South, you’ll engage with our UK-wide team, shared knowledge, and redefining the national water landscape.
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About You
You are a passionate engineer who doesn’t just want to "do the math"—you want to solve the problem.
- Experienced: Proven track record of design experience within the UK water industry.
- Qualified: Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent); ideally Chartered or Incorporated (ICE, CIWEM, or similar).
- Collaborative: Thrives working alongside project leads and has a natural mentoring adeptness.
- Innovative: Ready to challenge traditional methods for sustainable, efficient solutions.
The Stantec Lifestyle
Beyond the technical, we offer a culture that values growth as much as breakthroughs:
- Dynamic toolkit & mentorship
- Iconic projects to inspire impact
About Stantec
The Stantec community powers innovation across 34,000+ employees in over 450 global locations. Since 1895, we’ve delivered solutions that plan, design, and build transformative infrastructure for sustainable, prosperous communities.
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- Turn client visions into valued consents, detailed plans, and doable designs.
- Address today’s challenges with eyes on fairer, better tomorrows.
Rooted in ethical principles, Stantec upholds equal opportunity, fostering an environment that thrives on:
- Inclusivity
- Innovation
- Talent attraction and development
Diversity & Accessibility Note
At Stantec we believe your experience defines your potential. If gaps exist that hinder your applications (e.g., intersectional skills), apply anyway—we actively seek diverse talent.
For recruitment support (or to discuss adjustments), email: [email protected]
Equal employment opportunities for all. Discrimination against any US-specified identity group is prohibited in hiring, promotions, or benefits distribution. We are mindful of compliance with civil rights laws while building environments of equity.*
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