Overview
At Stantec, our geotechnical teams play a critical role in shaping the future of the UK’s water infrastructure. From AMP delivery and resilience schemes to complex ground risk challenges, our work supports sustainable, long-term solutions for communities across the country.
We’re looking to connect with experienced geotechnical professionals currently working in - or with strong experience across the UK water sector who are ready to take the next step in their careers.
About the roles
These opportunities are suited to professionals with proven experience delivering geotechnical input on water-sector projects, including:
* Site investigations and ground risk management for water and wastewater assets
* Geotechnical analysis and design for earthworks, foundations, buried structures, slopes, and retaining systems
* Support to treatment works, pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations, and flood/resilience schemes
* Technical assurance, construction support, and stakeholder engagement
* Leading or mentoring engineers and contributing to technical excellence
You may already be operating at Senior, Principal, or equivalent level, or be an experienced engineer ready to step into greater technical or project leadership responsibility.
Locations
We’re recruiting across multiple UK locations, including:
Warrington, Leeds, Newcastle, Belfast, Exeter, Bristol, Cardiff, Reading & High Wycombe, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements available.
Ready to explore your next move?
If you’re an experienced geotechnical professional working in the UK water sector and want to be part of a team delivering work that genuinely matters, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Stantec’s Water Team?
Stantec is a global, consultancy with a strong and growing presence across the UK water market. We’re deeply embedded in AMP programmes and long-term frameworks, offering stability alongside technical challenge.
When you join us, you can expect:
* Meaningful involvement in major UK water programmes, from concept through to delivery
* Technical depth and autonomy, supported by strong internal geotechnical networks
* Opportunities to influence design strategy, risk management, and best practice
* Flexible working and a culture that respects work–life balance
* Clear pathways for career progression, leadership, and professional development
Learn more about our culture and projects at H2O+U.
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