Project Manager-Energy

Project Manager

Join a team that has been partnering with our clients for more than 100 years to improve the quality of life around the world. When it comes to electric transmission, distribution, and substation projects; hydropower, dams, locks and navigation projects; gas transmission and distribution; and power generation, we design with the next generation in mind. We operate with the strength of a $3B company paired with the agility of a specialized Energy group, to deliver some of the most iconic and cutting-edge projects around the world. This proud legacy has fostered a culture of innovation and safety, leading our team to design the world's most impactful projectsprojects vital to both local and global communities.

Stantec is seeking motivated individuals to manage projects exceptionally in our successful Energy business primarily in Southern California, but also at other locations in the Western US. Stantec offers industry leading benefits, opportunities for growth and advancement, supportive team members, and challenging projects that make a difference in our communities, our industry, and the world. At Stantec, we believe that truly transformative work is born from a culture that values diversity. It's our diversity of thought and expression that sets us apart as an employer and it is through our combined creativity, innovation, and expertise that we do our best work for our clients and have a lasting impact on our world. Stantec's leadership sees our people as our most valuable resource and is committed to the health, wellbeing, and safety of our team.

Your Key Responsibilities As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading exceptional teams to deliver successful projects for our clients in the Energy business. You will engage internally throughout the organization with staff at all levels, and externally with clients, members of business and professional organizations, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and other firms. Specific responsibilities of a Project Manager include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Developing and managing the approved scope, budget, and schedule on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Writing proposals
• Establishing project objectives, procedures and performance standards, and leading multi-disciplinary teams on proposals, planning studies, feasibility through final designs, and construction services.
• Identifying appropriate resources and skill sets to achieve project objectives as well as managing contract terms, tracking and managing costs and schedule, and implementing measures necessary to stay on schedule and within budget.
• Actively support proposal pricing strategies, cost proposal preparation, contract legal and risk reviews, and related marketing efforts needed to develop winning proposals.
• Embracing Stantec's internal policies and practices, including risk management, project management, and quality management.
• Work in a manner to protect the health and safety of Stantec employees, clients and the public by following company health, safety and security guidelines and policies.
• Maintaining and enhancing our relationship with clients, approval agencies and industry professionals by providing exceptional service.
• Providing mentoring and training for future leaders to support their career growth.
• Promoting collaboration and teamwork across business lines and geographies.

Qualifications Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experienced in organizing, planning, and executing projects from pursuit through closeout, involving internal personnel, subconsultants, and vendors.
• Ability to make sound defensible business decisions, and identify, assess, evaluate, and solve complex problems.
• Proven track record managing projects from planning through construction or implementation within a consulting environment.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Passion for team building and collaboration.
• Travel to other offices as well as to project sites will be required.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing project budgets, contracts, and resources.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with project management software (MS Project, Primavera P6), collaboration tools (SharePoint, Bluebeam), and ERP systems (Deltek, Oracle).
• Experience managing large-scale or high-profile infrastructure, environmental, or building design projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects and teams simultaneously.
• Client-focused mindset with commitment to technical excellence, quality, and safety.
• Ability to drive business development and support organizational growth initiatives.

Education and Experience

• Education: Minimum Bachelor's degree in a scientific, engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years' relevant professional experience, with at least 5 years of experience managing and/or coordinating projects.
• Licenses/Certifications: PMP and/or Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred, but not required

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. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us.