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Renewable Energy Project Manager

$90.9k - $131.8k

Stantec

Renewable Energy Project Manager

Strong communities don't just happen. They're thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home. If you're passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable. We're driving the future of Community Development. Join a team that powers growth and advances communities in one of the world's top 10 design firms, broadening your skills and developing your career. Our experts lead their fields, collaborating on projects that are as technically challenging as they are impactful, creative, and fulfilling. We operate with the strength of a $3B company, have the agility of a specialized power group and work on some of the most challenging and cutting-edge projects around the world. Whether helping to define microgrids, pushing the boundaries on clean energy or grid modernization, you'll find yourself working with leaders in transmission & distribution, thermal & hydro generation, and renewable energy. We're a place where you can apply your passion—and find endless opportunities to help make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Your Opportunity

In this role you will be responsible for the management of a variety of Renewable Energy projects and studies. Your key responsibilities include:

  • Client management, team development, pursuits, and market growth
  • Supervision, development, mentorship, and empowerment of engineers, technicians, and designers
  • Leading as a technical design expert for renewable energy projects
  • Executing and managing complex civil engineering designs and projects for a variety of renewables (solar, wind, battery, etc.) clients

Your Capabilities and Credentials

- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E. or P.Eng) preferred.

- Experienced in large civil project design functions including, site planning, roads, drainage, grading, utilities, and other municipal and private sector infrastructure.

- Experienced in renewable energy ministerial and non-ministerial permitting processes.

- Experienced in engineering design, construction inspection, contract administration, project management, business development, and client service management.

- Ability to create, suggest, and introduce innovative and effective client solutions and integrated deliverables that are aligned with the sector business objectives.

- Ability to travel up to 10%.

- Valid Driver's License and good driving record required.

Education and Experience

- Preferred minimum 5 years of relevant experience in project management and/or civil engineering.

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.

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 Range:

Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas-$90,900.00 - $131,800.00 Annually

Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas-$100,000.00 - $145,000.00 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

Other Locations: United States | WI | Mequon

Organization: 1903 CommDev-US North Central-Chicago IL

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

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 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.

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