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Senior Structural Engineer - Water

Sustainable Construction & Energy Efficiency
Sustainable Construction & Energy Efficiency
Negotiable
Job
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Description

Location
London, Reading or High Wycombe (South offices) with hybrid working between office and home anticipated.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary (details not specified)

About the Role
Stantec is experiencing significant growth in our water sector and we are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Structural Engineering team. In this role, you will lead the delivery of high-quality structural engineering projects across a variety of sectors, partnering with clients across the UK to exceed their expectations through technical excellence. Reporting to the Specialist Structural Engineering Technical Lead, you will help develop our structural knowledge and capability, supporting opportunities beyond water and energy sectors. Your responsibilities will include structural engineering design for concrete, steel, and masonry structures, conducting structural inspections, and producing accurate reports that define asset maintenance and modification requirements to meet client and regulatory standards. This is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects within a collaborative and growing team.

Why Join Us?
- A close-knit, friendly, and collaborative team culture
- Be part of an exciting growth journey in the Water business
- Award-winning employer recognised for sustainability and workplace excellence
- Great benefits including pension plan, holidays, private medical insurance, discounted gym membership, and more
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects across AMP8 Frameworks that positively impact communities
- Industry-leading training, development, and paid professional subscriptions

About Stantec
Stantec unites over 34,000 employees across 450+ locations worldwide. With over 150 years of UK experience, we plan, design, deliver, and manage infrastructure to support sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities. We provide effective solutions that translate client visions into deliverable plans and efficient designs, balancing today’s challenges with a focus on a fairer, better tomorrow. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring equal employment opportunities and an inspired work environment that attracts and develops world-class talent.

Requirements

Experience
Proven structural design experience with concrete, steel, and masonry structures. Good knowledge of civil and geotechnical engineering and awareness of other engineering disciplines to enable effective collaboration. Experience with construction methods, both temporary and permanent, and understanding of construction teams’ information requirements in design & build projects.

About You
You have a broad range of structural and civil engineering experience, enjoy coaching and mentoring others, and are motivated to lead the development of technical capability within the team. You are collaborative, client-focused, and eager to contribute to a growing and dynamic business.

Qualifications
Relevant engineering qualifications and professional accreditation are expected to support your role as a Senior Structural Engineer. Specific qualifications were not detailed but professional development and paid subscriptions are supported.

Expiry date: 28/02/2026
Senior Structural Engineer - Water
Salary:
Negotiable
Job Type:
Job
Location:
London