Principal Structural Engineer - Water

Principal Structural Engineer – Water

Stantec – High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

Stantec is experiencing significant growth in its water sector and is seeking a Principal Structural Engineer. The role will be based in one of our South offices – London, Reading or High Wycombe – with hybrid office and home working.

• Lead delivery of high-quality structural engineering projects across multiple sectors
• Partner with UK clients to exceed their technical requirements through project delivery
• Report directly to the Specialist Structural Engineering Technical Lead, developing structural knowledge and supporting opportunities in sectors beyond water and energy
• Carry out structural design for concrete, steel and masonry structures
• Conduct structural inspections and produce accurate reports defining requirements for asset maintenance and modification to meet client and regulatory standards

• Previous structural design experience
• Good knowledge of civil and geotechnical engineering and awareness of other engineering disciplines
• Good knowledge of construction, both temporary and permanent, and of the information requirements of construction teams in design & build projects
• Ability to produce accurate inspection reports
• Experience coaching and mentoring others, and a proven record of leading technical capability development

• Our People Culture: a close‑knit team with a friendly and collaborative environment
• Growth: be part of an exciting growth journey for Stantec Water
• Awards: recognition as International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work – Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards, and consistent top 10 Corporate Knights sustainable companies
• Great benefits: competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and more
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great projects: majority of AMP8 Frameworks across the UK and a wide variety of projects impacting communities
• Industry‑leading training and development, plus paid professional subscriptions

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment.

Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made, please contact [email protected] and we will discuss how we can help.