Design Lead (Water/Wastewater Engineering)

Are you a Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Process Engineer who thrives on leading project teams, tackling challenging problems, and making a lasting impact? We're seeking passionate individuals to join our growing Water division. Building on a successful period of growth, we're embarking on an exciting new strategy for 2023 and beyond, creating numerous opportunities for talented engineers to make their mark.

What we offer:

• The chance to lead project teams and take ownership of your work.
• Engaging and challenging projects that will make a real difference in the world.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment where you can learn and grow alongside experienced professionals.
• Be part of a forward-thinking and innovative company that is shaping the future of the water industry.

We partner with the top water clients across the UK, work on some of the largest, most iconic water projects in the industry and we promise to design with community in mind by reducing environmental impacts and improving social impacts. We enable the delivery of sustainable development and infrastructure projects that adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change.

Currently, we are looking for Design Leads with a background in the water industry to join our team in Edinburgh. As Design Lead, you will play a fundamental role within projects to identify innovative and sustainable solutions, plan technical delivery and lead the multidisciplinary team from concept stage through to final implementation. You will work alongside the Project Manager to deliver best value and client service excellence. You will have access to Stantec's world-class expertise to help you deliver leading edge design.

With our diversified business lines and with continued growth, Stantec offers many opportunities from challenging local projects benefitting local communities to global projects where you can learn from others and gain new experiences along the way.

About you

We are looking for someone who has a passion for solving engineering problems, the ability to lead and inspire and the confidence to drive through challenging solutions. To be considered for this role, you will be a degree qualified (or equivalent) engineer and you will ideally be chartered, or a member of a relevant engineering institution e.g. ICE. Support can be given to achieve this if required. You will ideally have experience within a similar role in the water industry, with a strong technical background in one of the core disciplines highlighted above. We have opportunities for differing levels of seniority, so if you are looking to kick start your leadership career, we'll support you on your journey.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 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.

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. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK and we will talk to you about how we can support you.