Account Manager

We create the connections that get people and goods moving-whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

Step into a high-impact Account Manager role for Department of Transportation (DOT) clients across the US, providing senior leadership, strategic account oversight, and people leadership to support Stantec's transportation business across the public sector accounts.

Act as a national resource for DOT engagement, supporting Account Managers and Regional Business Leaders through strategic client relationships, account planning, and pursuit positioning. Serve as Account Sponsor for select DOT clients.

Partner closely with U.S. Growth Leadership and regional business development teams to drive organic growth, strengthen client partnerships, and position Stantec as a premier transportation advisor nationwide.

Manage and mentor Account Managers and Business Developers, improve utilization and performance across teams, and bring disciplined, hands-on leadership to client delivery, pursuit strategy, and quality management. His role includes active participation in Project Initiation Reviews (PIRs), Quality Assurance (QA), and project oversight, with a planned increase in project management responsibility over time.

Reporting to the Regional Business Leader, you'll partner with the Business Center Operations Leader to win big, execute, and inspire your team across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and other geographies.

Additional Responsibilities

Client & Project Leadership

• Exceed expectations via hands-on account management for major regional clients.

• Lead pursuits, campaigns, and delivery for transformative infrastructure wins.

• Shape client strategies, review high-stakes contracts, and ensure risk-smart execution.

Business Development & Growth

• Craft win strategies, track ROI, and hold Principals accountable for expanding our client base.

• Own the BC's marketing and BD plan, including cross-selling and revenue-driving visibility.

• Collaborate across geographies to land multi-disciplinary pursuits.

Practice Excellence

• Inspire innovative, sustainable designs and enforce QA/QC standards.

• Champion digital tools, ISO compliance, and technical leadership in all disciplines.

People & Financial Leadership

• Attract/retain top talent, foster engagement, and support career growth.

• Hit revenue targets, forecast accurately, and manage BD budgets.

Your Capabilities & Credentials

• Bachelor's in civil engineering (or equivalent).

• Minimum of ten (10) years in engineering leadership, business development, and financial management.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

• Proven "seller-doer" with deep ties in municipal/state infrastructure or private development.

• Exceptional at RFPs, client relationships, and entrepreneurial growth in consulting.

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 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 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 | NC | Raleigh
Other Locations: United States | GA | Atlanta
Organization: BC-1710 Transpt-US Carolinas
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 20/03/2026 08:03:42
Req ID: 1004999

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