Shape the Future of Water in the Highlands – Join Stantec’s New Inverness Team!
2026 marks an exciting milestone for Stantec in Scotland as we officially expand our footprint into the Highlands with the opening of a brand-new office in Inverness.
Following the historic announcement that Stantec has been named 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.
This major framework success anchors our exceptional performance across the UK for the AMP8 regulatory cycle, where we have secured exciting new projects wins and solidified our standing as the number 1 design consultancy in the regulated water sector.
To support this unprecedented win, our expanding project pipeline, and our commitment to serving communities across the entirety of Scotland, our brand-new Inverness hub is opening its doors in the coming weeks.
We are inviting Expressions of Interest from passionate professionals who want to lead the delivery of low-carbon, nature-based solutions, support regional development, and help protect the unique natural environment of the Highlands and Islands.
Driving Local Impact with Global Expertise
As a key partner to Scottish Water, Stantec is tackling the nation's most pressing challenges: climate change, water resilience, and the transition to a circular economy. In our new Inverness office, you’ll find a culture that blends global expertise with a true "community-first" mindset.
Our teams support the full project lifecycle—from strategy and digital twinning to detailed design and asset delivery—offering technically rewarding careers with a tangible legacy across Scotland.
We are keen to hear from professionals at all levels who are interested in basing themselves in Inverness across the following disciplines:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
- Process Engineering (Water & Wastewater Treatment)
- Design Management
- Digital Design (CAD & BIM)
- Urban Drainage & Hydraulic Modelling
- Project & Programme Management
- Ecology, Environmental Planning & Environmental Services
- Data and Digital Solutions
- Advisory Services
Don’t see your exact role listed? If there isn’t a live vacancy matching your experience today, we still want to hear from you! We are building a dedicated Highland talent community to keep in touch as new opportunities emerge throughout this exciting investment period.
Why Join Us in Inverness?
Our new Inverness office will be a vibrant, collaborative hub of innovation, offering the chance to be part of a founding regional team while staying seamlessly connected to our established hubs in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
By joining us, you’ll benefit from:
- An Unrivalled Project Pipeline: Secure your future with our long-term frameworks, including a central role in the multibillion-pound Scottish Water Enterprise.
- The Best of Both Worlds: Enjoy the incredible quality of life and career longevity that the Highlands offer, backed by the stability and resource of a global consultancy.
- A Supportive Environment: A culture that prioritises your well-being and is committed to the Fair Work First criteria, ensuring flexibility, inclusion, and continuous professional development.
- Industry-Leading Innovation: Be at the forefront of the industry, delivering cutting-edge schemes that directly benefit the local communities and environments where you live and work.
- Ready to help us redefine what’s possible for Scotland’s water and grow our new Highland team from the ground up?
Submit your expression of interest today and join our new Stantec team in Inverness!