Stantec

Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical

Stantec$100K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience in mission critical and data center projects valued at $30M or more.
  • Ability to thrive under pressure and manage competing priorities.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proficient in financial tracking and project administration.
  • Track record of successful coordination with contractors and design teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Revit is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively.
  • Excellent communication and public speaking skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning and organization of multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Manage design processes for resilient data center facilities.
  • Execute projects according to company and owner protocols.
  • Identify and resolve design and construction challenges swiftly.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships as the primary contact.
  • Coordinate efforts with consultants, internal teams, and contractors throughout projects.
  • Mentor project team members to support their professional development.
  • Participate in fee development and proposal preparation.
  • Monitor project budgets and compliance with codes.
  • Champion quality control across all project phases.

Benefits

  • Significant opportunity for long-term career growth within the firm.
  • Chance to work at the forefront of mission critical technology.
  • Occasional travel within the U.S. for client coordination and site visits.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, fast-paced design projects at the forefront of mission critical technology. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, consultants, engineers, architects, and internal leadership. This role is central to delivering resilient, highly integrated data center facilities and offers significant opportunity for long-term career growth within the firm.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Lead planning, forecasting, and organization of multidisciplinary project teams for design, production, and document delivery;
  • Manage the design of robust, resilient mission critical and data center facilities, ensuring reliability and operational continuity;
  • Execute projects in accordance with Page and Owner protocols and procedures;
  • Identify and resolve design and construction challenges quickly and effectively;
  • Serve as a primary client contact, developing and maintaining strong relationships;
  • Coordinate with consultants, internal team members, contractors, and client representatives throughout the project lifecycle;
  • Mentor and guide project team members to support professional growth and project success;
  • Participate in fee development, proposal preparation, and scope definition;
  • Monitor project budgets, codes, jurisdictional requirements, and approval processes;
  • Oversee financial tracking, administrative tasks, and project documentation;
  • Champion quality control and ensure consistency across all project phases;
  • Represent the firm confidently in meetings, presentations, and public settings;
  • Travel occasionally within the United States for site visits and client or team coordination.


Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Experience with mission critical and data center facilities, including projects valued at $30M or more;
  • Ability to perform well under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet fast-paced deadlines;
  • Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously;
  • Proficiency in financial tracking and project administration;
  • Proven success coordinating with contractors, design teams, consultants, and stakeholders;
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Revit;
  • Successful track record leading multidisciplinary teams;
  • Excellent communication, public speaking, and networking abilities;
  • Strong technical writing, analytical, and critical-thinking skills;
  • PMP certification preferred;
  • Ability to obtain security clearance.

Education and Experience
  • Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • 15+ years of experience leading complex, large-scale building projects.
  • 5+ years of project management experience.

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.

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
Size
25,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.1 billion
Industry
Founded
1954
5 Year Trend
+3.3%
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