Senior / Principal Hydrogeologist | Energy

Overview Senior / Principal Hydrogeologist | Energy at Stantec. The opportunity to join the Energy group and the wider hydrogeology team within Stantec with multidisciplinary teams on projects across the UK and internationally. Potential bases include Reading, High Wycombe, Bristol, Shrewsbury, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Glasgow or Edinburgh (other locations available). The Opportunity We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled, enthusiastic Senior or Principal Hydrogeologist to join our Energy group and the wider hydrogeology team within Stantec. This position will require you to work within multidisciplinary teams to support small and large projects across the UK and internationally. You can potentially be based in Reading, High Wycombe, Bristol, Shrewsbury, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Glasgow, or Edinburgh (other locations are available for the right candidate). Role scope Stantec is looking for a Senior or Principal Hydrogeologist who can support and deliver hydrogeological and environmental aspects of varied contaminated land and quarrying/mineral industry projects within the UK, together with the opportunity to work across other projects, including water resources, catchment management, land development, waste, and flood risk. This position offers the potential for experience in a wide range of interesting and challenging projects, the opportunity to work in a highly knowledgeable team with technical experts, and the potential for strong career growth. If not already chartered, a significant commitment to obtain chartership is essential and progress towards this will be fully supported. Responsibilities Quantify groundwater flow using analytical methods and various water modelling packages. Produce high-quality technical reports and communicate complex findings clearly. Understand and apply regulatory requirements, including those of the Environment Agency (EA). Deliver projects on time and within budget, and develop strong client, colleague, and regulator relationships. Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance. Requirements / Qualifications Hydrogeology MSc or relevant PhD and/or substantial post-graduate experience in hydrogeology. Experience in Hydrogeological Risk Assessments and Hydrogeological Impact Assessments and Environmental Impact Assessments is desirable. Experience in quarrying/minerals industry, field-based monitoring/sampling and drilling supervision, pumping test supervision and analysis, data analytics, scripting and numerical groundwater modelling, or geochemical modelling and hydrochemical analysis is an advantage. Commitment to leadership, technical leadership, and potential for business development depending on interests. About You As a key team member, you'll be responsible for accurately quantifying groundwater flow, using analytical methods and modelling packages. Your technical report writing will be crucial, supported by strong communication and organisational abilities. You should have a solid grasp of regulatory bodies such as the Environment Agency (EA). You will deliver high-quality work, manage projects to deadlines and budgets, and develop relationships with clients, colleagues, and regulators while mentoring junior staff. Why Join Us Our People Culture: We're a close-knit team with a friendly, collaborative environment. Awards: Stantec has been recognized as International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best Place to Work - Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards, and consistently among top sustainable companies. Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, holidays, private medical insurance, gym discounts, and more. Flexible working arrangements. Great projects across sectors in the UK & Ireland. Industry-leading training and professional subscriptions. About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees across 450 locations on 6 continents. We have worked with clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years, planning, designing, delivering and managing development and infrastructure for sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We are committed to ensuring equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inclusive work environment is a key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. If you need support or adjustments, please contact [email protected] to discuss accommodations. #J-18808-Ljbffr