Stantec is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager / Civil Engineer, to provide technical leadership for our clients and staff on a variety of Power sector projects. This position will be part of Stantec’s Environmental Services team that provides the full range of expertise needed to address a variety of design projects, including support to public utilities, new electric transmission and rebuild projects, project access road planning and design, civil/environmental substation and battery storage facility design, and solar site/civil/stormwater due diligence and design development. Our staff members have established excellent working relationships with utilities and Power sector developers throughout the mid-Atlantic, and our knowledge and interdisciplinary expertise allow us to help our clients develop the most effective and innovative approaches to their environmental / engineering compliance goals.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Serve as Sr. Project Manager or Project Technical Lead for Power Sector engineering projects with responsibility for reviewing and sealing of projects.
- Plan, organize, and manage the production of project deliverables to ensure on time delivery, technical quality and within budget – includes coordinating work efforts and the preparation of deliverables reports, client stewardship and coordinating on multi-discipline projects.
- Provide technical leadership for projects in Virginia and occasionally for projects in other parts of the Mid-Atlantic US, performing a variety of tasks to plan, execute and deliver the project.
- Work with more junior engineers to perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, design calculations, write engineering reports, and select design criteria.
- Project management including coordinating work efforts and the preparation of deliverables reports, client stewardship and coordinating with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
- Execute environmental permitting strategy, developing regulatory strategy, and directing environmental field surveys and construction compliance for a variety of projects.
- Complete and/or oversee permit application preparation, including gathering supporting documentation, conducting assessments, and coordinating comment response with agencies.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and teams.
- Support and ensure implementation of Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work and coordinate with HSSE professionals during the execution of all phases of project planning and implementation.
- Develop and maintain positive client relationships, including seeking opportunities for new business.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Must have strong oral and written communication skills, and be customer focused to understand and appropriately respond to external and internal client’s business needs.
- Must demonstrate effective resource planning, results delivery, and staying current with relevant technology and innovation.
- Strong understanding of federal and state regulations and permitting requirements.
- Proven ability to maintain and establish effective working relationships.
- Knowledge of documents related to requests for proposals and invitations for bid.
- Thrives in a team environment, mentor to staff, advisor to clients and management team.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor of Science (minimum) in Civil, Water Resources, Biological Systems, Environmental Engineering, or other closely related degree required.
- Minimum of 10 years prior experience in a similar role required.
- Professional Licensure (P.E.) in NC, SC, VA, WV, MD desirable.
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. #StayInquisitive
About UsGrounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.
Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.
About the TeamSkills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Civil, Water Resources, Biological Systems, Environmental Engineering, or closely related degree
- Minimum of 10 years prior experience in a similar role
- Proven experience serving as Senior Project Manager or Project Technical Lead with responsibility for reviewing and sealing projects
- Experience performing hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, design calculations, writing engineering reports, and selecting design criteria
- Experience executing environmental permitting strategies, preparing permit applications, and directing environmental field surveys and construction compliance
- Ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams
- Strong oral and written communication skills and customer focus
- Strong understanding of federal and state regulations and permitting requirements
- Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and client stewardship
- Knowledge of documents related to requests for proposals and invitations for bid
- Implement and coordinate Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) policies and procedures during project execution
- Professional Licensure (P.E.) in NC, SC, VA, WV, MD
What We Do
We're active members of the communities we serve. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 350 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy and resource, environmental, and infrastructure projects to life. Our work—engineering, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, surveying, environmental sciences, project management, and project economics, from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning—begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Our local strength, knowledge, and relationships, coupled with our world-class expertise, have allowed us to go anywhere to meet our clients' needs in more creative and personalized ways. With a long-term commitment to the people and places we serve, Stantec has the unique ability to connect to projects on a personal level and advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
