Overview
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Stantec is seeking a Senior Hydrologist (Flood Risk Consultant) to join our Water Environment team, based in either our Edinburgh, Glasgow or Leeds offices and a Principal Hydrologist based in either our Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh or Newcastle offices. You will join a friendly team of over 80 Hydrologists, Hydrogeologists, Water Resources Planners and Water Quality Scientists as part of our wider Water Environment Team. Our projects include enhancing the resilience of the public water supply, reducing the impact of wastewater treatment infrastructure on the water environment and working with Lead Local Flood Authorities.
You will be key in delivering sustainable, climate-resilient flood risk and drainage solutions, with opportunities to work across hydraulic modelling, hydrology, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) design, flood risk appraisal, and development planning support. You will also contribute to the team\'s growth and development by mentoring junior staff, sharing technical expertise, and supporting continuous improvement across our project delivery and quality assurance processes.
Responsibilities
* Delivery of flood risk and drainage studies for LLFAs, including Flood Studies, Surface Water Management Plans (SWMPs), Local Flood Risk Management Plans and Flood Protection Schemes (FPSs)
* Preparation of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) in accordance with national planning policy
* Hydraulic modelling using software such as Flood Modeller, TUFLOW or InfoWorks ICM
* Application of hydrological methods including FEH, ReFH2 and WINFAP for flow estimation
* Development of surface water drainage strategies incorporating SuDS, aligned with CIRIA guidance and LLFA requirements
* Surface water drainage design using tools such as MicroDrainage (InfoDrainage)
* Contribution to river restoration and natural flood management schemes
* Supporting planning applications with appropriate flood and drainage documentation
* Preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), including screening, scoping and supporting flood risk and drainage chapters
* Proficient use of GIS for spatial analysis and mapping, with experience in ArcGIS Pro and QGIS
* Liaison with regulatory bodies including LLFAs, Environment Agency, SEPA and water companies
* A sound understanding of relevant planning and technical guidance, including the NPPF, SuDS Manual, and non-statutory technical standards
* Excellent report writing and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
Qualifications and Experience
* Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
* Achieved or working towards Chartership with a relevant professional body (e.g. CIWEM, ICE)
* Significant experience in the delivery and management of water environment projects
* Leadership ability and strong communication skills to guide team members and build trusted client relationships
* Ability to manage multiple complex projects, support business development opportunities, and shape the future direction of water and flood risk capability
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees 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 development and infrastructure to support sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.
Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating clients\' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and to creating an inclusive work environment.
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