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Water Resource Consultants | Expression of Interest
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Water Resource Consultants | Expression of Interest
The Opportunity
Water is at the centre of everything. It sustains life, shapes ecosystems and underpins communities across the UK and beyond. Securing a resilient and sustainable water supply for future generations has never been more important.
AMP8 (2025–2030) marks the largest investment in UK water infrastructure since privatisation. The water industry will respond to pressures from climate change, population growth, and increasing environmental standards, while strengthening long-term resilience. It presents a unique opportunity to develop new water resources and deliver lasting benefits for our communities and the environment.
At Stantec, our Water Resources team supports clients leading these challenges. We contribute to:
- Strategic Resource Options (SROs)
- Water Resource Management Plans (WRMPs)
- Drought Plans
- Water Industry National Environmental Programme (WINEP)
Working in partnership with water companies, regulators, and stakeholders, we shape the future of water management across the UK.
We are seeking Expressions of Interest from Water Resources professionals who enjoy collaborative, multidisciplinary work. This involves blending technical, environmental, and engineering expertise to help clients make informed, future-focused decisions.
About The Role
We invite Expressions of Interest from Water Resources Planning Consultants at all career stages, spanning:
- Early-career professionals
- Mid-level practitioners
- Established Technical Directors leading work areas on major projects
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Support clients across the UK through independent or collaborative work
- Engage closely with Water Environment and Engineering specialists
- Lead or contribute to sustainable, joined-up solutions in areas like:
- Water resources option appraisal
- Environmental assessment
- Water resources modelling
- Deployable output assessments
- Feasibility studies
- Development of regulatory submissions
- For senior applicants, deliver strategic oversight, bridge disciplines, and:
- Support client engagement
- Drive programme delivery
- Strengthen our Water Resources capability and capacity
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Your Impact
By joining us, you will:
- Influence how water resources are planned and delivered across the UK.
- Contribute evidence-based strategic plans, environmental assessments, or new water supply options.
- Help clients make informed decisions that benefit:
- Long-term resilience
- Environmental outcomes
- Sustainable water management
About You
We value professionals from water industry backgrounds—whether from consultancies, water companies, regulatory bodies or related organisations. To align with this role, we seek:
- Relevant experience in:
- Water resources planning
- Hydrology
- Water-resources modelling
- Environmental assessment
- Water quality management
- Catchment management
- Drought planning
- Strategic planning (e.g., water company planning functions)
- Knack for technical analysis: work comfortably with data interpretation and evidence-based decision-making
- Enjoy communicating complex challenges to clients
- Experience in:
- Water Resource Management Plans (WRMPs)
- Drought Plans
- Strategic Resource Options (SROs)
- RAPID programmes
- Regional planning studies
- Environmental assessments
- Resilience programmes (helpful but not mandatory)
Ideal candidates thrive in multidisciplinary environments, developing practical solutions underpinned by technical acumen.
What Motivates Us?
- People-first culture: Inclusive and collaborative with value for all.
- Achievement-driven: Ranked top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as a 2025 top 10 sustainable company; awarded "Best Place to Work" and "International Consulting Firm of the Year" (NCE Awards 2024).
- Commitment to growth:
- Investment in continued training, professional subscriptions, and chartered progression with ICE.
- UNIFY and grow as one:
- Supportive and collaborative workplace
- Peer-led Early Careers programs
- ERG networks (e.g., Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
- Future-ready: Set to expand burningly across the UK—your growth matters.
- Generous benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses
- Enhanced pension plans
- Flexible annual leave (+ buy/sell days)
- Private medical insurance
- Income protection & life assurance included
- Discounted gym memberships-plus
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- Flexible working: Balance career and well-being with our hybrid hybrid approach.
About Stantec
At the heart of our legacy and future lies the effort of over 32,000 employees across 450+ locations and 6 continents. In the UK, we have shaped communities for 150+ years.
We plan, design, and deliver essential infrastructure—allowing communities to flourish sustainably.
Our strengths:
- Align clients’ vision with proven plans, regulated consents, and efficient designs through technical excellence and market insight.
- Deliver serious impact today while positioning the world for cleaner, resilient tomorrows.
Rooted in equality: We ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals, prohibiting discrimination on grounds of race, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.
Professional personal growth is a priority. If you fear your experience isn’t a perfect fit, explore creative solutions—we encourage tailored applications.
We strive to remove barriers to recruitment. If adjustments are needed for your accessibility, please contact accessibility@stantec.com to explore ways to support you.
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