Healthcare Studio Lead – Buildings Engineering

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Operations Director (OD) or Practice Leader (PL) to develop group specific operations plan that identifies revenue, profitability, utilization, etc. goals for their Studio.
• Assists the OD and PL with developing and achieving the practice or services vision, strategy, and goals.
• Identify, maintain, and make corrections to all staffing within the Studio as required to achieve business plan, effectively deliver projects, maintain client relationships, develop new business, and positions the Studio to accomplish and achieve long term goals. Assign staff to projects with experience commensurate with project complexity.
• Review and monitor project level financial performance on a constant basis using financial data to improve profitability. Prepare and oversee project operational budgets. Plan effective strategies for the successful execution of projects to ensure financial well‑being of the project.
• Coordinate and monitor the work of staff. Monitor performance and implement improvements. Ensure quality of product in accordance with standards. Manage quality and quantity of employee productivity. Provide technical support where necessary.
• Participate in preparation, review and approve RFPs response content and pricing with the respective Practice Leader, Operations Director, team leads, and project Leader.
• Review and approve contract requirements and engage company council and Operations Director when required.
• Maintain contractual, business, and financial related records as it relates to their Studio.
• Assist Operations Director or Practice Leader with improvement of processes and policies in support of operational goals. Formulate and implement departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output. Monitor adherence to rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Participate in regular project reviews with Practice Leader, Operations Director, team leads and project Leaders as it relates to their Studio, at intervals appropriate for each project (minimum of once per month) to review the operations and financial progress compared to annual goals. Result of the reviews will provide a summary status report and establish appropriate course of corrective action for the following : contracts status, manpower resources, work in progress, client satisfaction, QA / QC issues, business development activities, profitability, invoicing, accounts receivables, technical issues, HR issues.
• Plan the use of all Studio staff by partnering with the Operations Director or Practice Leader. Establish organizational structures, work schedules, task responsibilities, and accountabilities. Supervise, monitor, and evaluate staff performance.
• Ensure PMs adhere to all policies and procedures set in place.
• Monitor, manage, and improve the efficiency of the 5X and support services such as Technology, Energy + Eco, Commissioning, and Finance.
• Work collaboratively with the client executives to coordinate, discuss, implement, and manage operational plans. Assist the Operations Director or Practice Leader in the development of strategic plans for operational activity.
• Participate in resource planning meetings and coordinate with other Studio Leaders and the Operations Director or Practice Leader for the sharing of manpower resources when necessary.
• Perform annual employee performance reviews for all direct reports such as team leads or project Leaders.
• Review annual employee performance reviews completed by team leaders within the Studio.
• Ensure objectives of employee career development plans are achieved.
• Evaluate staff training programs to confirm results are produced.
• Implement Employee performance, improvement, discipline, and documentation strategy and coordinate items with the Operations Director or Practice Leader.
• Assign mentors and provide proper onboarding process for new employees with their Studio.
• Assist PLs in Marketing and business development for the Studio as well as coordinating with corporate Marketing.
• Participate in project execution as needed for technical or client management support.
• Provide strong technical skills and ethics leadership to the Studio.
• Demonstrates personal and professional responsibility for reputation of the company and is accountable for upholding the company’s reputation with employees, clients and the community.
• Mentorship of middle and junior level technical staff in developing project management and execution skills.
• Holds both themselves and the members of their Studio responsible for understanding, supporting and adhering to company policies, processes and procedures.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Education and Experience

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future‑proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range

Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - $117,800.00 - $176,800.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term / long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary / casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location : United States | IL | Chicago

Organization : 2401 Buildings-US North Central Engineering-Chicago IL

Employee Status : Regular

Travel : Yes

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting : 12 / 12 / : 12 : 00

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Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.

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