Senior Principal Water Networks Modeller

At Stantec, we're helping water companies transform how they plan, operate and invest in their networks as they respond to the challenges of AMP8 and beyond. We're looking for a Senior Principal Water Network Modeller to join our national team, based in High Wycombe or Reading , where you'll play a strategic leadership role in delivering innovative solutions that improve network resilience, reduce water loss and secure sustainable water supplies for future generations.

As a global leader in wet infrastructure and environmental consulting, we combine world-class engineering expertise with digital innovation to solve some of the industry's most complex challenges. You'll work alongside recognised technical specialists across the UK and internationally, influencing major programmes, shaping technical strategy and supporting the continued growth of one of the country's leading water network modelling teams. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact—not only through project delivery, but by developing people, strengthening client relationships and driving innovation across the business.

ABOUT

THE ROLE As a Senior Principal Water Network Modeller, you will provide strategic and technical leadership across our water network modelling portfolio, ensuring the successful delivery of complex programmes for major UK water companies. You will oversee technical governance, develop innovative modelling methodologies and support the growth of our modelling capability across the business.

Working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams, you'll lead projects covering network optimisation, live modelling, leakage and pressure management, resilience planning and smart network operations. You'll also play a key role in business development, supporting framework growth, developing long-term client relationships and mentoring technical leaders across the team while helping define the future direction of our modelling services.

YOUR IMPACT Your leadership will influence how water companies respond to increasing environmental pressures, population growth and the need for resilient, sustainable infrastructure. Through technical excellence and strategic thinking, you'll help shape investment decisions that improve operational performance, reduce leakage and enhance service for millions of customers.

Beyond project delivery, you'll champion innovation by advancing digital modelling capabilities, embedding best practice and developing future technical leaders. Your expertise will strengthen client partnerships, support business growth and reinforce Stantec's reputation as one of the UK's leading consultancies in water network modelling.

ABOUT YOU Essential

Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering or a related discipline.

Extensive experience leading complex water network modelling projects.

Expert knowledge of industry-standard software such as Info Works WS Pro, Info Water Pro, Synergi Water or equivalent.

Proven experience providing technical leadership and governance across multidisciplinary projects.

Strong understanding of network optimisation, leakage management, pressure management and resilience planning.

Experience leading, mentoring and developing high-performing technical teams.

Excellent communication, stakeholder management and client relationship skills.

Desirable Chartered Engineer status.

Experience in advanced data analytics, water balance studies and digital solutions.

Experience in transient modelling and surge analysis.

Experience supporting business development, framework management and winning new work.

WHY JOIN USWe put people first:
We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.

We are driven to achieve:
Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.We do what is right:
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