Water

Delivering sustainable, resilient, and future-ready water infrastructure.

Water is a vital resource that underpins economic development, public health, and environmental sustainability. As climate change, population growth, and regulatory pressures reshape global water management, governments, utilities, and private investors must adopt innovative, data-driven, and sustainable solutions to ensure long-term water security. 

At Steer, we provide strategic, commercial, and technical advisory services to help clients plan, fund, and deliver resilient water infrastructure. From water supply and wastewater management to flood resilience and sustainable drainage solutions, we work across policy, investment strategy, and infrastructure planning to support the transition to a more sustainable and efficient water sector. 

Our expertise 

• Water infrastructure planning & investment – Supporting the development, expansion, and modernisation of water networks. 
• Sustainable drainage & flood resilience – Developing strategies to mitigate flood risk, manage surface water, and adapt to climate change. 
• Regulatory & policy advisory – Helping clients navigate water industry regulations, environmental policies, and sustainability mandates. 
• Water & transport integration – Ensuring effective waterway, port, and drainage infrastructure within major transport projects. 
• Commercial & technical due diligence – Assessing financial viability, risk, and operational performance of water projects. 
• Data science & monitoring – Leveraging analytics, IoT, and smart water management solutions to optimise efficiency. 

From urban water networks and wastewater treatment planning to climate adaptation and water sustainability strategies, we help clients navigate complexity, unlock investment, and future-proof water infrastructure. Whether shaping national water policies, enhancing flood resilience, or integrating water into major infrastructure projects, our expertise ensures that every project contributes to a more sustainable and water-secure future.