Overview

Stantec is expanding its engineering teams across the country and is recruiting a Senior Civil Engineer - Water in the Northwest (Manchester or Warrington). Join a UK-wide team delivering water sector projects from concept through detailed design, with a focus on sustainability, the environment and community impact.

Your Role

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you’ll contribute across the full project lifecycle—from asset planning and strategy to concept, outline, and detailed design. You’ll be responsible for developing civil engineering designs, working closely with our Principal Engineers and Design Leads. You’ll also support and mentor junior engineers, helping to build a strong, collaborative team. You will have access to Stantec’s world-class expertise to help you deliver innovative solutions using advanced technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design work for water projects, from concept through detailed design
• Collaborate with Principal Engineers and Design Leads to develop effective solutions
• Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a collaborative team environment
• Contribute to projects aimed at reducing spills from Combined Sewer Overflows
• Support client engagement and deliverables across Clean/Waste Infrastructure and Non-Infrastructure programmes

About You / Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering
• Experience in water and wastewater infrastructure or treatment design, with transferable experience considered
• Incorporated or Chartered status with ICE or CIWEM is preferred; employer supports progression toward accreditation if needed
• Willingness to grow through training and project exposure; knowledge of wastewater networks, surface water management and sewage treatment is beneficial

What You’ll Learn and Benefits

• Individualised development plan and clear progression pathway
• Mentoring and support from senior staff
• Private medical insurance, group income protection and life assurance
• Flexi-working and hybrid working pattern
• Employee referral scheme
• Inclusive culture and commitment to sustainable environmental goals

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees across 450 locations in 6 continents. We plan, design, deliver and manage development and infrastructure to support sustainable, healthy communities. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and to building an inclusive work environment. If you need adjustments during recruitment, please contact us for support.

Stantec is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.