Overview
Lead from the front. Define the future of the North East's water systems at scale. At Stantec, we don't just design systems - we rethink them. With AMP8 underway, we're scaling our Civil Engineering team to deliver next-generation water infrastructure with Northumbrian Water. Based on Newcastle's iconic Quayside, our team is driving change through innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. You\'ll work across all stages of the project lifecycle - from feasibility and concept through to detailed design and delivery. We\'re looking for a Principal Civil Engineer to lead complex civil design projects, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and deliver lasting value to our clients and the communities we serve.
Responsibilities
* Leading the civil engineering input on major water and wastewater projects
* Liaising internally across multiple technical disciplines, junior Civil Engineers, senior Civil Engineers and working alongside the Project Technical Lead and Project Manager
* External liaison with clients, contractors, and third-parties, including regulatory bodies and planning consultants
* Driving forward Design & Build collaboration with contractors and clients, aligning technical delivery and requirements with constructability and cost-efficiency
* Developing concept-stage solutions and optioneering to identify best value for our clients
* Providing technical assurance, creative problem-solving, and design leadership
* Supporting the growth of our junior and senior engineers through structured mentoring
* Ensuring project success - high quality designs, on time and within budget
Qualifications & Requirements
* Bachelor\'s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, or a related field
* Chartered status with ICE, CIWEM, or similar is expected for this role
* Extensive UK water industry experience, including detailed design and delivery
* Strong leadership and communication skills - you inspire, guide and get things done
* An eye for detail, risk, value, and an understanding of the bigger picture
Why join us?
* You\'ll be part of a high-performing regional team with real autonomy, strong support, and a direct link to shaping infrastructure that serves millions
* You\'ll join a close-knit, down-to-earth team that values straight-talking, mutual support, and getting stuck in
* A global leader in sustainable design
* Structured development plans and clear pathways for career progression
* Huge volume of internal and external training opportunities
* Access to major frameworks with a secure long-term pipeline of projects
* Flexible working, private healthcare, income protection and many other benefits
* A culture that values innovation, autonomy, and doing what\'s right
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 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. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients\' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights.
Stantec is committed to equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants 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. We are compliant with laws and regulations and ensure equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. If you need any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact careers.UK@stantec.com.
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