Civil Engineer - Water
Posted 9 days ago by ICE Recruit
Following a period of record-breaking growth, Stantec's Water division is entering an ambitious new era. For 2026 and beyond, we are expanding our South Region teams to meet the challenges of climate change head on.
We aren't just consultants; we are partners to the UK's top water clients. From iconic large scale infrastructure to intricate urban drainage solutions, we design with a simple promise: Community first.
The OpportunityJoining our team in Cambridge (all prime locations just a short stroll from the train station), you will immerse yourself in the full project lifecycle.
Diverse Pipeline: Tackle everything from asset planning and strategy to concept, outline, and detailed design.
Design & Build: Collaborate directly with contractor partners on major D&B projects that move from the screen to the real world.
Project Scope: Lead civil engineering design across Water/Wastewater treatment, networks, Storm Water overflows, and sustainable urban drainage.
Global Reach, Local Heart: Access our "world class expertise" network to deliver cutting edge designs while staying rooted in the communities we serve.
Climate Resilience: Be at the forefront of the industry's shift toward carbon mitigation and climate adaptation.
National Collaboration: While based in the South, you'll have the chance to plug into our UK wide team, sharing knowledge and redefining the national water landscape.
You are a passionate engineer who doesn't just want to "do the math," but wants to solve the problem.
Experienced: You bring a solid track record of design experience within the UK water industry.
Qualified: You hold a degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) and are ideally Chartered or Incorporated (ICE, CIWEM, or similar).
Collaborative: You enjoy working alongside project leads and have a natural knack for mentoring developing engineers.
Innovative: You're ready to look past traditional methods to find sustainable, efficient solutions for our clients.
Beyond the technical, we offer a culture that values your growth as much as our own. We provide the tools, the mentorship, and the iconic projects-you provide the drive.