Sr Project Manager-Power Delivery

Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM)At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we're powering the world. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that's where we thrive. And we're looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us. Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world's top design firms while building our clean energy future.The Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM) is responsible for the leadership and strategic management of complex, high-value, and multidisciplinary engineering and design projects. This role oversees project execution from concept through completion, ensuring delivery excellence, financial performance, and client satisfaction. The Sr. PM serves as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams, providing technical direction, business insight, and mentorship to project managers and staff.The ideal candidate is a seasoned Project Manager with a proven track record delivering large, complex, mission-critical infrastructure projects in a fast-paced environment. They are equally comfortable leading client discussions, managing project financials, coordinating multidisciplinary technical teams, and driving execution through commissioning and handover. This individual thrives under aggressive schedules, proactively manages risk, and consistently delivers high-quality results while maintaining strong client relationships and profitable project performance.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Project LeadershipClient & Stakeholder ManagementFinancial & Contract ManagementTechnical Oversight & Quality ManagementRisk, Safety & ComplianceLeadership & MentorshipBusiness Development & Strategic GrowthCapabilities and Credentials:Thrives in a high-growth, schedule-driven environment.Demonstrates exceptional urgency and execution focus.Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.Comfortable managing ambiguity and making decisions quickly.Anticipates risks before they impact project delivery.Demonstrated experience delivering transmission line projects (69kV to 765kV+) and substation projects (distribution through EHV).Ability to make decisions with incomplete information while managing risk.Effective at balancing client expectations, technical requirements, schedule, and budget constraints.Manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment with aggressive schedules, evolving client requirements, and significant capital investments.Support procurement strategies and management of long-lead equipment packages including transformers, switchgear, generators, UPS equipment, and cooling systems.Coordinate commissioning, integrated systems testing, turnover, and operational readiness activities.Mentor project engineers and developing project managers while promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Support business development activities including proposal preparation, client relationship management, scope development, fee estimating, and contract negotiations.Commitment to technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.Ability to influence, mentor, and lead diverse teams across multiple offices or geographies.Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.Professional Engineer (PE, P.Eng) or Registered Architect (RA) license required; PMP certification preferred.15-25 years of progressive experience in engineering and design project management, including at least 5 years managing large, multidisciplinary projects.Experience managing EPC, EPCM, Design-Build, and traditional engineering projects.Proven track record delivering projects exceeding $5M in fees or comparable complexity.Strong leadership, financial management, and negotiation skills.Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.Pay Range: Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas-$121,300.00 - $182,100.00 AnnuallyBenefits 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.Primary Location: United States | IL | ChicagoOther Locations: United States | ME | PortlandOrganization: BC-2241 E&R-US EastEmployee Status: RegularManagement Level: Individual contributorBusiness Justification: New PositionTravel: YesSchedule: Full timeReq ID: 1007936Stantec 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.