Senior Project Manager-Mission Critical Facilities

Senior Project Manager

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

The Senior 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 Senior Project Manager represents Stantec and is the primary administrator and communications link between Stantec and all project stakeholders. He/she relies on past experience and expertise to manage larger and more complex projects, perform the project management job responsibilities with minimal supervision, and creates a plan to meet the client's expectations and goals and provides a positive experience. The Senior Project Manager will also act as a mentor and resource to other project managers.

Capable of pursuing opportunities and managing all project activities, without oversight or support, on projects with the following characteristics:

• Any size project
• Standard to Complex project complexity
• Standard to Long schedule duration projects
• Any delivery method (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, Design-Build with Bridging Documents)
• Projects where Stantec is the Prime consultant, managing multiple subconsultants
• Proposal preparation, any format
• Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating contracts; including, AIA and client prepared formats
• Multi-Phase project design or multi-phase construction
• Management of Domestic and International Projects

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 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 a project kick-off meeting involving all members of the project team and related personnel in order to clearly define the objectives, scope, design and schedule of the project
• Independently develop a detailed Work Plan for completing the design within the scope of work, project timeline and budget (Business Mindset); identify required precursors from other disciplines in a timely fashion, and track details/data/information/activities for proper project documentation
• Direct, coordinate, mentor and support 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 client approval prior to performing any additional services
• Actively participates in cross selling of Stantec services and new project pursuits
• Make a personal investment in professional growth and development by seeking ways to expand responsibility, 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
• Develop creative and timely solutions to issues by assessing situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks; identify underlying causes, gather and process relevant information; make clear recommendations and/or decisions for resolution which are timely and in the best interest of the organization
• Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to add expanded services to the client in order to add revenue; notify appropriate Stantec personnel of the opportunity; responsible for repeat business due to respect and confidence in the PM from the client
• Manage a portfolio with a specific revenue target of $1+ million dollars annually

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of engineering practices within own discipline and basic knowledge of practices and principles of other disciplines
• Advanced knowledge of commonly used and accepted design and construction concepts, practices, procedures; including, American Institute of Architects, Construction Specifications Institute, and international Professional Services contracts
• 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 delegates and utilizes other Stantec staff and productive partners effectively
• Demonstrates excellent 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
• Demonstrates strong leadership and team-building skills by creating an atmosphere of cooperation and cohesiveness between Stantec teams, the Client, and other Consultants, to foster an environment of success
• Maintains a positive, self-motivated, can-do attitude; is adaptable and flexible

Education and Experience:

• Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience required
• 7+ years of Project Management experience in a related field
• Formal Project Management training (ex. PSMJ PM Bootcamp Training)
• Valid license and good driving record

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.

**Pay Range:** Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas-$117,800.00 - $176,800.00 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 | IL | Chicago

**Organization:** 2357 Buildings-US North Central MCF-Chicago IL

**Employee Status:** Regular

**Business Justification:** New Position

**Travel:** No

**Schedule:** Full time

**Req ID:** 1006541

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination