At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clients in sustainable water resource planning and management across the UK.
- Company: Join Stantec, a global leader in engineering and environmental solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with excellent growth opportunities and support for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on water sustainability and climate resilience.
- Qualifications: Experience in water resources planning and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Water is central to life, ecosystems and communities. AMP8 (2025–2030) represents a major UK water infrastructure investment, driving climate resilience, environmental standards and sustainable water resource development. Stantec’s Water Resources team supports clients on Strategic Resource Options (SROs), Water Resource Management Plans (WRMPs), Drought Plans and the Water Industry National Environmental Programme (WINEP) in partnership with water companies, regulators and stakeholders to shape the future of water management across the UK.
We are seeking Expressions of Interest from Water Resources professionals who enjoy collaborative, multidisciplinary work that integrates technical, environmental and engineering expertise to help clients make informed, future-focused decisions.
We are inviting Expressions of Interest from Water Resources Planning Consultants, from Senior level professionals through to established Technical Directors leading work areas on major projects. In this role, you will support clients across the UK, working independently and as part of our wider team, collaborating with specialists across our Water Environment and Engineering Teams.
You will play a key role in developing sustainable, joined-up solutions. Your work may include contributing to or leading activities such as:
- water resources option appraisal
- environmental assessment
- water resources modelling
- deployable output assessments
- feasibility studies
- development of regulatory submissions
- helping clients plan and deliver sustainable, resilient, long-term solutions
For more senior applicants, we are particularly interested in individuals who can take a strategic view, working across disciplines to deliver results. Depending on experience, you may also support client engagement, programme delivery, and the continued growth of our Water Resources capability and capacity.
Through your work, you will help shape how water resources are planned and delivered across the UK. You will enable clients to make informed decisions and provide evidence to support them, contributing to long-term resilience, environmental outcomes and sustainable water management.
You bring experience from the water industry (consultancy, water company, regulatory body or related organisation). Your background should include water resources planning and may include hydrology, water resources modelling, environmental assessment, water quality, catchment management, drought planning, strategic planning, water company planning functions or related disciplines.
You must be comfortable interpreting technical data and contributing to evidence-based decision making. You should enjoy helping clients navigate complex planning, environmental and regulatory challenges. Experience supporting WRMPs, Drought Plans, SROs, RAPID programmes, regional planning studies, environmental assessments or wider resilience programmes would be advantageous. Strong communication, intellectual curiosity and a collaborative mindset are important, and we value multidisciplinary teamwork to develop practical, sustainable solutions.
We do not expect you to meet every requirement listed; if this role aligns with your career direction, please get in touch.
Why Join Us:
- We put people first: Inclusive, collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and motivated to succeed.
- We are driven to achieve: Recognised for workplace excellence and sustainability leadership.
- We do what is right: Industry-leading training and development, including support for professional subscriptions and a progression plan toward chartered status with ICE.
- We are better together: Supportive team environment and ERG networks.
- Growth: On an exciting growth journey across the UK; join as we expand our Water Resources capability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension, generous annual leave, private medical insurance, life assurance, gym discounts and more.
- Hybrid / Flexible working: Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
Stantec is a global engineering and environment firm with a broad portfolio and commitment to sustainable development. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact careers.uk@stantec.com.
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