Principal Urban Drainage Modeller

We are seeking a Principal Urban Drainage Modeller to join our growing wastewater modelling team in Newcastle or Leeds
. This is an exciting opportunity to work on major UK and Ireland programmes at the forefront of AMP delivery, helping shape how the industry responds to challenges in water quality, urban flooding and environmental performance.

Stantec is a recognised leader in wastewater modelling, trusted to deliver complex, high-impact solutions for regulated water companies. Our Newcastle and Leeds teams plays a key role in this success, combining technical excellence with innovation and a strong collaborative culture. You will be joining an interdisciplinary network of specialists across the UK & Ireland and our global team in Pune, all working together to deliver smarter, data-driven solutions.

Alongside a strong pipeline of work, you will be part of a team actively developing digital tools and smart applications that are transforming how modelling is delivered across the sector. This is a chance to influence both project outcomes and the future direction of technical innovation within Stantec.

As a Principal Urban Drainage Modeller, you will lead the delivery of complex urban drainage and wastewater modelling projects, providing technical direction and ensuring high standards of quality and consistency across all outputs.

You will:

• Lead and oversee the delivery of urban drainage and wastewater modelling projects across major UK frameworks.
• Develop and apply advanced hydraulic models to assess flood risk, optimise drainage systems and support sustainable development.
• Provide technical governance, review and sign-off of modelling outputs.
• Support project planning, coordination and delivery across multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead and mentor engineers and modellers, supporting their technical and professional development.
• Contribute to client engagement, technical discussions and long-term solution development.

Your work will directly influence how water companies across the UK respond to climate change, population growth and tightening environmental standards. By delivering robust modelling solutions, you will help reduce flood risk, improve water quality and support more resilient urban environments.

You will also play a key role in strengthening technical capability within the Newcastle team, supporting the development of future leaders and embedding best practice across projects. Your contribution will help accelerate the use of digital tools and innovative modelling approaches, reinforcing Stantec’s position as a leader in wastewater modelling and environmental solutions.

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in urban drainage or wastewater modelling.
• Strong technical expertise in Info Works ICM.
• Proven experience leading projects and providing technical direction.
• Experience managing, mentoring and developing technical teams.
• Strong communication, report writing and presentation skills.
• Experience working on regulated water industry projects or frameworks.
• Membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g. ICE or CIWEM).

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards Chartership.
• Experience with digital modelling tools, automation or data-driven solutions.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary or multi-office teams.

• We 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: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here:…