Stantec
Graduate Urban Drainage Modeller - Water - 2027 (Glasgow)
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Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.
The Opportunity
Join our 2027 Graduate Programme as a Graduate Urban Drainage Modeller in our Glasgow office, where you will work alongside our specialist team to help shape the future of wastewater management and deliver innovative solutions for our clients.
As a graduate at Stantec, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects and develop your technical skills and knowledge alongside industry-leading experts. From crafting cutting-edge hydraulic models to optimising urban drainage systems, you will play a pivotal role in supporting resilient and sustainable water infrastructure across the Scottish Water framework.
- Take a look at our Water business line here: Water (stantec.com), and review the career journey of some of our early careers professionals here: Career Stories | Stantec
About The Role
Working alongside senior wastewater network modellers, you will support hydraulic modelling, feasibility studies, contingency planning, surge analysis, and water quality assessments. Your core responsibilities include:
- Supporting the development and use of hydraulic models to assess urban drainage systems.
- Contributing to feasibility studies and contingency planning for wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Supporting surge analysis and water quality assessment work.
- Helping to optimise urban drainage systems and identify robust, future-proofed solutions.
- Working collaboratively with specialist colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative client solutions.
- Developing your technical skills and industry knowledge through project experience, mentoring, and structured support.
We are committed to supporting employees in achieving relevant professional qualifications and accreditation. The professional progression plan for this role will support you to become chartered with ICE or CIWEM.
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This role will help deliver better outcomes for communities and the environment by contributing to the development of resilient, sustainable, and future-proofed wastewater infrastructure. Through hydraulic modelling, feasibility work, and water quality assessments, you will help clients understand system performance, manage urban drainage challenges, and develop innovative solutions for complex water infrastructure needs.
Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support.
About You
At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with your Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Hydraulic Engineering, Geography, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Hydrology, and a keen interest in the water industry, we’d love to receive your application if you are:
- An Adapter - You’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
- A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
- A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
- A Problem-Solver - You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.
Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.
What We Can Offer You
- A competitive salary
- Private medical insurance
- A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection, and life assurance
- Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
- Professional progression support, including routes towards ICE or CIWEM accreditation
- A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs (Graduate Application FAQs) if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!
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About Stantec
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 prohibit 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, please contact [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.
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