Senior Principal Civil Engineer (Water)

Stantec Newcastle upon Tyne, England Posted Jan 29, 2026

Full Time
Onsite
Senior

Job description

As a Senior Principal Civil Engineer (Water) in Scotland, the work centres on if you're looking for a role that is stepping into leadership, then look no further - we'll provide the support in order for you to be become a Senior Principal Civil Engineer. It would suit someone who can bring handling site-by-site responsibilities with consistency and care to the role.

How the role is set up

Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024. Awarded ‘Consultancy of the Year’ at the Water Industry Awards 2023. Named ‘Utili. Collaborate with industry-renowned water sector professionals and mentor the next generation of engineers.

Where someone would start

If you're looking for a role that is stepping into leadership, then look no further - we'll provide the support in order for you to be become a Senior Principal Civil Engineer.

What helps someone build confidence

Handling site-by-site responsibilities with consistency and care. People culture: Friendly, inclusive, and collaborative environment. Strong professional approach.

What is expected

  • Also possess experience in undertaking scoping and design within required timescales and design budgets, and also produce and check technical reports.
  • Be degree qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering.
  • Previous experience working within the water industry is preferred as would a working knowledge of the Process and MEICA disciplines.

Job details

  • The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents.
  • We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years.
  • Revolutionary projects: Work on award-winning water sector projects across the UK and Ireland.
  • Flexible working: Locations and arrangements to suit your needs.
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