Program Manager

When you care deeply about the work you do, it’s rewarding to see it through from concept to completion. We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward. From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, we’ve successfully managed thousands of projects. Joining our team and turning visionary ideas into reality will shape your future—and the future of your community. Key Responsibilities Advise and assist the client in program development and execution. Lead a multi-disciplinary client, consultant, and sub-consultant team and serve as a trusted advisor. Establish and implement governance and best practices for project and program management. Identify program delivery risks and challenges and implement strategies to address them. Support client staff development through training and knowledge transfer. Manage consultant services authorizations. Prepare and review reports and submittals including technical and contractual documents. Provide programmatic and technical support to client leadership and governing bodies. Bundle and sequence backlogged projects for efficient capital project delivery and scenario planning efforts. Update and refine program management plans. Verify project delivery activities are consistent with Program policies and directives. Lead large, complex teams through challenging assignments and complex client environments. Assist the client in developing training or onboarding materials for new staff or consultants to the Program. Capabilities & Credentials Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Technical understanding of water and wastewater utility infrastructure and construction processes. Knowledge of relevant building codes, safety precautions, and construction principles. Experience with program startup and sales support is desirable. Experience with jurisdictional capital or operational funding processes, including CIP development and oversight. Ability to pass a background check due to work associated with critical infrastructure. Education & Experience Required: BS in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field. 15 years managing large water/wastewater projects/programs, including 5 years leading teams. 10 years overseeing programs with a large construction management element. Preferred: MS in Engineering or MBA. PMP / PgMP (PMI) or ability to attain certification within 1 year. Experience with collaborative delivery models (e.g., CMAR, GC/CM, Progressive Design-Build). Compensation Pay Range Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas – $208,200.00 to $322,600.00 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. Location & Employment Primary Location: United States | WA | Seattle Organization: 2249 Water‑US PMCM‑Seattle WA Employee Status: Regular Travel: Yes Schedule: Full time Equal Opportunity Statement Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits 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. 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