Senior Engineer - Flood Risk Management
Stantec
Senior civil engineer leading flood risk management projects from concept to handover
5 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
Hybrid
Company Size
32,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Planning
Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Surveying
Environmental Sciences
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
hydraulic modelling
flood risk
drainage design
eia reporting
technical reports
client liaison
- L iaise with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities to obtain project approvals and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations .
- Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and advancements in flooding and hydrology.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the client’s satisfaction .
- D evelop and review technical reports, design documentation, and project proposals .
- M entor and support the professional development of junior engineers .
- P rovide technical leadership and guidance to project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables .
- Management of Environmental Impact Assessment Reporting.
- L ead and manage complex flooding and hydrology projects from the initial concept stage right through to handover stage, including hydraulic modelling, flood risk assessments, and drainage design .
What you bring
autocad
civil 3d
gis
ms project
engineering degree
flood risk
- Experience in Cost Benefit Analysis, Nature Based Catchment Solutions.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers, hydrologists, modellers and environmental scientists/ecologists to achieve tight deadlines with a high standard of work.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong understanding of flood risk management principles.
- Flexibility in office location (Dublin/Galway/Cork/Castlebar).
- Ideally 10 years’ post graduate experience with minimum of 7 years’ experience in flood risk management, hydrology or related field.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
- Proven experience in AutoCAD, Civil 3D GIS software and hydrological & hydraulic modelling software.
- P articipate in business development activities, including tendering for new work .
- Applicants should hold a full clean driver’s licence and have their own transport.
- Third level degree qualification in Engineering.
- Experience in Public Works Contracts.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines including experience using MS Project or Primavera P6
- Experience in developing costings for projects.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Competitive salary.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1954
Year Established
The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.
MWH Global in 2016
Acquisition Year
Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.
450+ Offices
Global Presence
Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.
6 Continents
Geographic Reach
Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.
- Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion.
- Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio.
- Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments.
- Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers.
- Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors.
- Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.
- We Put People First
- We Do What is Right
- We Are Better Together
- We Are Driven to Achieve
2025
Carbon Neutrality Target
The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.
32,000
Employees in Sustainable Projects
Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.
- Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
- Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets
- Publicly reported environmental performance in annual Sustainability Report (e.g., GRI‑aligned metrics)
43% women
Female Representation in Leadership
43% of board and C‑Suite positions are held by women in 2023.
18% pay gap
Global Gender Pay Gap
The global mean unadjusted gender pay gap is 18%.
3% compa-ratio
Gender Pay Gap Improvement
North America base pay compa-ratio gender pay gap improved by 3% in 2023 compared to the prior year.
7% score improvement
Gender-Equality Index
Score improved by 7% in 2023 in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, which has been achieved for the fourth consecutive year.
- Named to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index fourth consecutive year
- Female representation: more than 50% of entry-level staff are women
- 36 Women@Stantec regional employee resource groups active globally
- First globally to link senior credit facility pricing to Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index score
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