Design Manager - Transportation, Major Projects - National

By managing capital programs and projects as if they were our own, our project management business, and technical experts work with clients to strategize, plan, and implement projects that help them achieve their organization’s objectives. Our award-winning team has managed thousands of projects across all sectors — airports, transit and rail, ports and marine, highway and bridge, including complex bridges, interchanges, and managed toll projects. Join our Major Projects Team of project management specialists that are passionate to bring transformational project solutions to life. A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world. If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation. Your Opportunity The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of transportation design build projects across North America for large and mid-size construction. May manage technical employees, work planning, technical design management and oversight, project delivery, quality management, contract administration, change management, and risk management. This position can be based in any US location and will require the ability to travel either regionally or nationally as needed. Your Key Responsibilities Contribute to initiatives to help advance our project design, operations, and business development Work in a manner to protect the health and safety of Stantec employees, clients, and the public by following company health, safety and security guidelines and policies Maintain and enhance our reputation with clients, approval agencies and industry professionals as an outstanding service provider May manage multiple projects simultaneously Establish project objectives, procedures, and performance standards Lead multi-disciplinary teams on major alternative project delivery (APD) projects from positioning to proposals, planning studies, feasibility through final designs, and construction services Be the key person and point of contact, performing design, deputy design, or quality manager roles on major APD projects Represent Stantec and the project design team as a technical leader on major APD projects Identify appropriate resources and skill sets to achieve project objectives. Manage contract tasks, track, and manage costs and schedule, and implement measures necessary to stay on schedule and within budget Lead by example with active support of internal policies and practices, including risk management, project management, and quality management Grow internal and external networks to enhance Stantec reputation and identify additional talent to join our team Develop Client relationships to facilitate project activities Establish, maintain, and promote partnerships in project pursuits Your Capabilities and Credentials Experience with APD projects across a region or nationally Experience with the role of deputy design manager, design manager, and or quality manager on APD projects Experience leading the design and construction support of complex transportation projects Experience in the preparation of presentations utilizing PowerPoint Experience developing, negotiating, and managing project scopes, schedules, and budgets Business development and marketing skills experience required Ability to lead, motivate, mentor, and develop a team of technical and professional staff Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues in a dynamic and energetic environment Education and Experience Minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressive engineering and project management experience on large transportation projects, including at least three APD projects Completion of a Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree at an accredited institution Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensed or ability to get within 6 months, and the ability to get licensed in states as needed to support the assigned pursuit PMP is preferred 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. We are managing complex, large-scale commercial projects from conceptual planning through design, construction, and occupancy. Join our construction management team to collaborate on projects that are as technically challenging as they are impactful, creative, and fulfilling. 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 WA, DC & Various CA areas - Min Salary $ 165,200.00 - Max Salary $ 255,900.00
• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) - Min Salary $ 176,400.00 - Max Salary $ 273,300.00

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 | FL | Miami Organization: BC-2355 Transpt-US Infra MP & DS Employee Status: Regular Business Justification: New Position Travel: Yes Schedule: Full time Job Posting: 17/06/2025 10:06:18 Req ID: REQ250001GF #additional Stantec 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. Stantec