Project Director – Water

About the Opportunity

Are you ready to lead the future of water infrastructure?

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable design and engineering, and we're looking for a visionary Project Director to join our award-winning Water Sector team in Scotland. This is more than a job; it's a chance to shape the industry and build a legacy.

Our success is built on a simple premise: we deliver complex, high-impact projects that make a real difference. Following the historic announcement that Stantec has been named a preferred bidder as a Primary Designer for the multibillion-pound Scottish Water Enterprise, we are embarking on the largest investment program in Scottish Water’s history. This landmark partnership, which potentially extends to 2039, places Stantec at the heart of modernising Scotland’s water and wastewater networks—from improving drinking water quality to enhancing nationwide water resilience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide Project Managers and teams in delivering large-scale projects and programmes
• Focus on design & construction (D&C) environment
• Support the growth of Major Projects portfolio
• Develop people and implement commercial and risk management strategies

About You

This role is for a project leader with a track record in delivering successful Major Projects within a multidisciplinary environment. You will possess an in-depth understanding of design for construction and the commercial acumen to ensure successful financial outcomes. As the primary contact for clients, you will also have the ability to effectively manage stakeholder relationships and demonstrate exemplary HSSE management & wellbeing behavior. Ideally, you will hold Chartership status with a relevant institution.

If you're passionate about leading, mentoring, and making a tangible impact, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Benefits

• Friendly, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
• Top 50 company to work for by Glassdoor 2025
• Named one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025
• Industry-leading training and development
• Professional progression plan supporting chartered status with ICE
• Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, and more
• Hybrid / Flexible working options

About Company

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. With over 150 years of experience in the UK, we plan, design, deliver, and manage sustainable infrastructure to support healthy and prosperous communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities and is committed to building an inspired, inclusive work environment.

If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. Stantec is committed to ensuring accessibility in the recruitment process. If you need any support or adjustments, please contact [email protected]