Stantec
Principal Contaminant Hydrogeologist / Groundwater Modeller | Energy Sector
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The Opportunity
Contaminated land and groundwater modelling at the highest technical level requires more than strong analytical skills. It requires professional judgement to navigate complex, high-stakes decisions, the communication skills to translate that complexity into clear advice, and the leadership to guide both projects and people in the right direction.
At Stantec, our Energy and Resources Group is looking for a Principal Contaminant Hydrogeologist and Groundwater Modeller to bring exactly that combination to a growing, collaborative team. If you have built significant experience in contaminated site assessment, groundwater modelling and regulatory engagement, and you are ready for a role where your technical authority genuinely shapes outcomes, this is the opportunity.
About The Role
Based in Edinburgh, Glasgow, High Wycombe, Birmingham or Shrewsbury, you will take a leading technical role across complex contaminated land, hydrogeology and groundwater modelling projects spanning energy, infrastructure, industrial and regulated-sector clients.
You will act as technical lead on demanding projects, provide technical review and quality assurance, guide modelling strategy and support risk-based decision-making across a varied and challenging portfolio. You will design ground and hydrogeological investigations, develop, review and apply conceptual, analytical and numerical groundwater flow and contaminant transport models, and prepare and technically review hydrogeological risk assessments and contaminated land reports.
Beyond the technical work, you will mentor colleagues, contribute to service development and support the continued growth of a team that is ambitious about where it is heading. A willingness to travel to UK offices and project sites is required. Your desirable experience may include groundwater flow modelling using packages such as MODFLOW, FEFLOW or Visual MODFLOW; aquifer test design, supervision and interpretation; groundwater remediation options appraisal and remedial strategy development; environmental permitting and regulatory liaison; and hydrogeological risk assessment for industrial, energy, infrastructure, waste, nuclear or regulated sites.
Your Impact
The technical leadership you provide here will underpin how some of the most complex contaminated site and groundwater challenges in the UK are understood, assessed and resolved. Your conceptual models, risk assessments and modelling work will inform decisions that protect groundwater resources, support regulatory compliance and deliver remediation outcomes that leave environments in a genuinely better condition.
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The colleagues you mentor, and the technical standards you help set, will shape the team's capabilities long after individual projects are complete. At the principal level, that kind of influence is one of the most enduring parts of the role.
About You
You hold a degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemistry or a related discipline, with a relevant MSc or PhD, which is a valuable addition. You bring significant experience in hydrogeology, contaminated land assessment, groundwater risk assessment and environmental consultancy, ideally within a consulting environment.
You have demonstrable capability in conceptual site model development, groundwater flow and contaminant transport modelling, and the assessment and consolidation of complex chemical and geological datasets. You review and prepare technical reports to a high standard, communicate complex findings clearly to clients, regulators and project teams, and bring the professional judgement that high-consequence work demands.
You are a collaborative, considered technical leader who is as motivated to develop the people around you as you are to solve difficult groundwater problems.
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 in 2025. Named 'Best Place to Work' and 'International Consulting Firm of the Year' at the NCE Awards 2024.
- We do what is right: Industry-leading training and development, as well as paid professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered.
- We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group, and a wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
- Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
- Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard, as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
- Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach.
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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.
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