Location
Cambridge

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role
Across the entire southeast, Stantec is building on a highly successful two years with an ambitious growth strategy within our Water division for 2025 and beyond. You will partner with top water clients in the area and across the UK to help develop innovative ways to obtain, clean, and distribute water for local communities. This role offers a leadership opportunity to step into the position of Principal Civil Engineer with full support to help you succeed. Whether you are looking for a new challenge to apply your skills in a fresh environment or to advance your career, we can cater to your needs and support your journey. You will also have the chance to contribute to UK-wide projects, working on some of the largest and most iconic water infrastructure developments in the country. At Stantec, we operate as one team, collaborating across locations including Scotland, the South of England, and Ireland to deliver outstanding results.

About Stantec
The Stantec community unites over 32,000 employees across more than 450 locations on six continents. With over 150 years of experience working with clients and communities in the UK, we plan, design, deliver, and manage infrastructure that supports sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective, relevant solutions by translating clients’ visions into valued consents, deliverable plans, and efficient designs based on technical excellence and deep market insight. We address today’s challenges while keeping a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, focusing on clean growth, economic transformation, and future community needs. Stantec is committed to building an inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent.

Experience
Extensive experience in the water industry, including developing solutions from initial need through to preferred option. Proven ability to support and manage project team members. Experience in undertaking scoping and design within required timescales and budgets. Skilled in producing and checking technical reports.

About you
Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering. Ideally Chartered and a member of a relevant engineering institution. Strong leadership potential or experience, motivated to take on a Principal Civil Engineer role. Collaborative team player who thrives in a supportive, multi-location environment.

Qualifications
Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent. Chartered status is preferred but not essential.