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Are you a Civil Engineer with experience in the infrastructure sector? Do you have a passion for delivering projects for a variety of clients?
Then come and join us at Stantec!
We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join us in Manchester. We are looking for someone with expertise in civil engineering design to deliver multi-disciplinary projects for the entire lifecycle – from feasibility, concept and planning submission through to construction details and site inspections.
Our projects are varied and frequently require collaboration with multiple discipline experts across the business.
The successful candidate will take the lead of the development of civil engineering planning and design solutions, prepare plans and drawings at all stages of the development cycle and the design of earthworks, internal site roads, pavements and drainage design.
You will work with clients and contractors to influence infrastructure and development schemes and will be responsible for delivering projects with the opportunity to lead, development and support more junior team members.
As a key member if our Infrastructure team, your role will involve the following:
- Leading on the development of civil engineering planning and design solutions
- Preparing plans and drawings at all stages of the development cycle (concept through to construction)
- Design of Earthworks, internal site roads, Pavement and Drainage and the preparation of the associated specifications
- Working with clients and contractors to influence infrastructure and development schemes
- Project delivery management including leading and developing team members
- Ensuring high quality delivery in design through QA checks
- Liaise with Local Authorities and other stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals
- Delegating and supervising work of more junior team members and acting as a coach
- Liaise with clients, third party bodies and multi-disciplinary teams and disciplines on all relevant aspects of projects
You will be an experienced Civil Engineer, preferably degree qualified. You will have or be working towards professional qualifications.
You will have proven experience of delivering commercially successful projects with strong client engagement skills and the ability to influence. You will preferably have experience in coaching and managing junior engineers as well as the ability to collaborate with the wider project delivery team.
You Will Also Have Experience In
- The production of Drainage Strategies for Planning
- Sustainable drainage solutions for building developments
- Earthworks modelling (or have an interest in learning)
- Pavement design (or have an interest in learning)
- Infodrainage and AutoCAD/Civils 3d (or equivalent)
As a global design leader with over 31,000 engineers, architects, scientists, and project managers, Stantec is dedicated to designing with communities in mind. Our diverse expertise allows us to tackle projects of all sizes from complex urban developments to impactful neighbourhood initiatives, while connecting across our worldwide network to support one another and share knowledge. This commitment not only helps the communities we serve to thrive but enriches the growth and experience of our own people.
In the UK and Ireland, our growing team of 4,000 is both agile and influential, able to make a meaningful difference by creating solutions that respect the environment and enhance community value. Whether you’re just starting your career or are an experienced professional, your voice is valued here. Our collaborative culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, ensuring everyone’s ideas are heard.
Our approach for clients is grounded in the belief that we’re stronger together. By merging Hydrock’s capabilities with Stantec’s multidisciplinary services in buildings, infrastructure, environmental science, energy, and sustainability, we’re uniquely positioned as a major force in the UK market, providing a powerful platform for future growth.
What We Offer
- Inspiring and supportive colleagues
- Recognition for hard work and career progression
- Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
- Competitive starting salary
- Community involvement through “Stantec in the Community” initiatives
- Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme
Stantec champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is essential to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.
We consider all application individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any of the protected characteristics . We would like to provide everyone with a fair selection, assessment and employment experience so we ask with are made aware of any physical or neurodiverse condition within your application for which appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made by us.
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Once you’ve applied through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application. The employer for this position is Hydrock Consultants Ltd, part of the Stantec group of companies.
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