Hydropower & Dams
Creating solutions lasting generations
Stantec's hydropower consultants address all aspects of hydropower, dam, lock and navigation work—from pumped storage and the upgrade of existing projects, to feasibility studies, digital twins and new build. Drawing on over 100 years of experience, we work with clients to meet renewable energy goals and improve quality of life, always with the next generation in mind. This proud legacy has fostered a culture of innovation and safety, and an industry leading team who are on-site around the world, delivering work.
Work on cutting-edge dams, hydropower and pumped storage projects
Our Hydropower and Dams team is hiring. Join us to work on projects that are genuinely reshaping the energy landscape, in the UK and abroad. Apply hereAppoint a reservoir panel engineer
Several of our team members are panel engineers under the Reservoirs Act in England, Wales, Scotland. Our panel engineers work with many UK undertakers and international clients to carry out the inspection, remediation, and development of new dams and reservoirs. If you need to appoint an all reservoirs panel engineer or a supervising engineer for your project, please get in touch with us today. Contact Richard WilliamsCan pumped storage fuel a more sustainable future?
Pumped storage has the unique ability to provide energy reserves and grid reliability. An estimated 36 GW of new pumped storage capacity could be added to the grid. Both operators and consumers see pumped storage as a proven and sustainable solution to our energy storage needs. Discover how integrating renewables with pumped storage can build a resilient and sustainable energy future. Read MoreCraig Scott, Hydropower and Dams Sector Leader, UK & Europe
I recognise that with every project there are many stakeholders involved—from governmental entities down to individual users of the energy.
Rhiannon Meredith, Senior Dams Engineer
Every day my job is challenging and varied—and has allowed me to travel and see places that people don’t normally get to see.
Richard Williams, Principal Dam Engineer
I’m passionate about dam safety and hydropower and have a deep interest in delivering high levels of service to our clients.
Matthew Hill, Senior Technical Director
Many of the UK’s dams are over 120 years old—we must all act as custodians of our heritage and maintain aging assets for future generations.
James Atkins, Senior Civil Engineer
From Scotland to Ethiopia, our team is delivering great work around the world.
Jon Troke, Project Engineer
What I really enjoy is the variety of challenges my work brings and the inspirational people that I meet along the way.
Marc Sheikh, Project Manager
Waterpower engineers have the opportunity of a generation to change the way we live. The challenge is immense, but so is the personal reward.
Daniel Sharp, Director of Water Management
I’m privileged to work with clients who understand and value the benefits our projects bring to communities and the natural environment.
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