At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting water resource projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Company: Join a top-rated, sustainable consulting firm recognised for its inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a growing team dedicated to professional development and environmental improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on water sustainability and community resilience.
- Qualifications: Experience in water resource management and strong numerical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
The Opportunity
Water is at the centre of everything. It sustains life, shapes ecosystems and underpins communities across the UK and beyond. And right now, securing a resilient, sustainable water supply for the future has never felt more urgent or more important.
About The Role
We have opportunities across a number of UK offices including Leeds, Birmingham, Reading and Shrewsbury, with other locations considered for the right person. It is a genuinely exciting time to be working in water resources. Ofwat's most significant infrastructure investment since privatisation is now under way, with billions committed to boosting water supply, nature‑based solutions, leakage reduction and smart metering. Stantec is deeply embedded in that work, and your role will sit at the heart of it.
Day to day, you will support the delivery of water resource projects across WRMPs, Drought Plans, WINEP investigations and water resource modelling using tools such as Pywr, Aquator and Miser. You will apply strong numerical skills to hydrological analysis, contribute to technical reporting and collaborate flexibly across our wider Water and Environment department, working alongside groundwater, water quality and flood risk teams. You will also develop your expertise in demand management and environmental assessments including HRA, SEA and WFD, with the full support of a team that is invested in your growth.
About You
You bring several years of experience in the water industry, whether from a consultancy, water company, regulatory body or academic background. You have a solid grasp of UK water resource management and drought planning regulations, and practical experience contributing to WRMPs, drought plans or regional strategies. You are comfortable with hydrological analysis using tools such as Excel, HYSIM or GR6J, proficient in GIS and ideally have direct experience with water resources modelling tools such as Pywr, Miser or Aquator. Strong numerical skills and a willingness to keep learning are just as important to us as ticking every box on the list. You thrive in fast‑paced, multidisciplinary teams. You are curious, collaborative and motivated by the idea that your work leaves the water environment in a better state than you found it. We do not expect you to meet every requirement listed here, so if this feels like the right direction for your career, please do get in touch.
Why Join Us
- We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
- We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named "Best Place to Work" and "International Consulting Firm of the Year" at the NCE Awards 2024.
- We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
- We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network.
- Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
- Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
- Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.
EEO Statement
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. 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.
