Senior Stormwater Engineer

He taonga te wai ka hāpaina ka whakamanatia e mātou | Water is precious and our people respect the responsibility this brings.

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.

We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

Ngā Mātāpono | Stantec Values

Manaakitanga | We put people first

Kaitiakitanga | We do what is right

Whanaungatanga | We are better together

Kia tū Rangatira | We are driven to achieve

About the role

At Stantec, we’re highly aware of the global challenges our industry is facing, especially the impacts of climate change. As a Senior Stormwater Engineer, you will be an important part of our thriving national water team in New Zealand.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who wants to take the next step in their career and contribute to infrastructure and development projects across Aotearoa New Zealand, guided by the principles of Te Mana o te Wai.

Your key responsibilities

• Contributing to the improved understanding and management of stormwater in Aotearoa New Zealand through collaboration with clients, communities, and internal teams.
• Supporting projects related to resilience, adaptation, and climate change response.
• Taking a hands-on technical role in the delivery of stormwater strategy, planning, and design—from catchment management to water-sensitive urban design (WSUD).
• Contributing to the delivery of innovative stormwater infrastructure, including nature-based solutions.
• Working alongside a wide range of stakeholders including mana whenua, clients, planners, engineers, and scientists.
• Supporting the development of junior staff through mentoring and technical guidance.
• Engaging with our national and global stormwater network to share knowledge and apply best practices.
• Continuously developing your own technical and professional capabilities.

What you will bring

You will have a solid foundation in stormwater engineering, with a proven track record delivering successful projects in a multidisciplinary environment. You are organised, proactive, and thrive in a team setting.

Ideally, you will have

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary, we offer many other benefits to ensure your wellbeing and ongoing professional development, including :

About us

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work—from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning—is built on a nearly 200-year history. When we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

Please apply online.

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