Stantec

Project Manager - Mission Critical

Stantec$126K — $189K *
Technical Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience as a Project Manager in mission critical facilities.
  • Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience.
  • PE licensure preferred but not required.
  • Strong communication skills for interaction with various stakeholders.
  • Basic knowledge of engineering practices and project management principles.
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Drive project priorities, scope, and schedule to meet objectives.
  • Manage projects through all lifecycle stages from initiation to closure.
  • Implement company processes and facilitate project kickoff meetings.
  • Develop detailed Work Plans, monitoring all project deliverables.
  • Coordinate team members and manage client expectations for successful outcomes.
  • Maintain financial and contractual records, keeping stakeholders informed.
  • Participate in cross-selling Stantec's services and pursue new projects.

Benefits

  • Access to medical, dental, and vision plans for regular employees.
  • 401(k) plan and employee stock purchase program available.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional membership fee coverage.
  • Paid family leave and ten paid holidays each year.
  • Eligibility for vacation accrual between 10 and 20 days per year.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

The MCF (Mission Critical Facilities) Project Manager is directly responsible for the overall successful execution and delivery of the project, both to the Client and Stantec, according to the contract. The Project Manager represents Stantec and is the primary administrator and communications link between Stantec and all project stakeholders. They oversee the planning, implementation and tracking of the project and its specified deliverables to meet the client's expectations and goals and provide a positive experience. Aside from the preferred locations listed, this position is open to any location with a Stantec office presence, for the right candidate.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Drive the work on the project; set the priorities, procedures, scope and schedule; publish and coordinate project team member assignments with the Studio Leader and/or Operations Director; obtain resource commitment for all disciplines.
  • Manage assigned projects through all stages of the project lifecycle, including, Project Initiation, Project Planning, Project Execution, Project Monitoring & Control, and Project Closure.
  • Follow and implement all established company processes and procedures.
  • Facilitate project kick-off meetings with all members of the project team and related personnel to clearly communicate the objectives, scope, design and schedule of the project.
  • Develop a detailed Work Plan for completing the design within the scope of work, project timeline and budget; identify required precursors from other disciplines in a timely fashion, and track details/data/information/activities for proper project documentation.
  • Direct, coordinate and support the members of the project team to meet the objectives of the client and the project profitability goals for Stantec.
  • Maintain contractual, business and financial related records for the project; keep the client, Studio Leader, Operations Director, and the Accounting Department informed on the financial status of the project.
  • Identify QA/QC requirements for the project and schedule appropriate technical reviews.
  • Manage the client's expectations to a positive outcome; participate in client meetings as required.
  • Notify the client of changes in project scope, prepare estimates for additional design fees, issue work authorization to client and obtain approval prior to performing any additional services.
  • Actively participate in cross selling of Stantec services and new project pursuits.
  • Make a personal investment in professional growth and development by seeking ways to expand responsibilities, knowledge, and abilities.
  • Create and maintain purpose-built tools that support the Project Management of the projects unique to your Business Unit; including templates and standardize deliverables, to increase overall project quality and efficiency.

Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Possess basic knowledge of engineering practices within own discipline and basic knowledge of practices and principles of other disciplines.
  • Knowledge of commonly used and accepted design and construction concepts, practices, procedures, codes, and standards.
  • Able to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and specifications, technical procedures, and government regulations.
  • Communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner; demonstrate strong written, oral, listening, and presentation skills to confidently interact and coordinate both technical and non-technical issues with the internal project team, Client and other Consultants.
  • Manages work independently and delegate and utilize other Stantec staff and productive partners effectively.
  • Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills regarding projects, reports and other commitments; completes assignments in a quality and timely fashion; able to manage multiple priorities concurrently; is punctual and dependable.
  • Effectively builds positive morale on the team by inspiring confidence, instilling enthusiasm and cohesiveness, and influencing employees to act.

Education and Experience
  • Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience required
  • Minimum 12 years related industry experience
  • PE licensure a plus

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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.

Pay Range:
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas-$126,400.00 - $189,600.00 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 | DC | Washington
Organization: 4016 Buildings-US ACQ PSP Northeast BE-Washington DC
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 23/06/2026 02:06:48
Req ID: 1006340

About Stantec

Stantec Inc. is a global engineering consulting firm headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The company provides professional consulting services in the areas of infrastructure, water, environment, buildings, and energy. Stantec has over 22,000 employees working in more than 400 locations across six continents. The company has a diverse client base that includes public and private sector clients. Stantec is committed to sustainability and has implemented green practices in its operations. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the American Council of Engineering Companies' National Recognition Award for exemplary engineering achievement.
Learn more about Stantec
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Market Cap
$5.1 billion
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1954
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