At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead flood risk and drainage projects while mentoring junior colleagues.
- Company: Join a friendly, collaborative team at Stantec, a leader in water consultancy.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on climate resilience and environmental sustainability.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant field and significant project management experience required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Overview
You will join a friendly, collaborative group of more than 100 Hydrologists, Hydrogeologists, Water Resources Planners and Water Quality Scientists.
Based in Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol or Cardiff, you will work on a portfolio that spans the full breadth of flood risk and drainage consultancy, including enhancing the resilience of public water supply and reducing the environmental impact of wastewater infrastructure.
At the Principal level, you will deliver climate‑resilient solutions across flood risk appraisal, hydraulic modelling, hydrology, Su DS design and development planning support.
Responsibilities
- Lead technical delivery of flood risk and drainage consultancy projects.
- Mentor junior colleagues and lead quality‑assurance processes.
- Support business development and contribute to shaping the direction of the flood risk and water environment capability.
- Manage and deliver water‑environment projects, building trusted, long‑term client relationships.
Qualifications
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
- Chartered with CIWEM, ICE or a similar professional body, or actively working towards chartership.
- Significant experience managing and delivering water‑environment projects, with deep technical knowledge and strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and steer strategic direction.
- Proficiency in flood‑risk assessments, hydraulic modelling (Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, Info Works ICM), hydrological methods (FEH, Re FH2, WINFAP), surface‑water drainage strategies and Su DS design, LLFA studies (SWMPs, local flood‑risk management plans, flood‑protection schemes), river restoration, natural flood management, EIA preparation, GIS analysis (Arc GIS Pro, QGIS) and liaison with the Environment Agency, SEPA, LLFAs and water companies.
Benefits
- Competitive salary, bonus schemes and enhanced pension plan.
- Annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days.
- Private medical insurance.
- Group income protection and life assurance included as standard.
- Discounted gym membership and other benefits.
- Equal Employment Opportunity
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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 key to our success.
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Principal Hydrologist (Flood Risk Consultant) employer: Stantec Inc.
Stantec Inc. is an excellent employer for aspiring Water Networks Modellers, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture in Warrington. With a strong focus on employee growth through mentorship and a clear pathway to chartership, you will benefit from competitive perks and the flexibility of a hybrid working environment, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in water distribution planning.
