Principal Electrical Engineer

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.

Your Opportunity

As a Principal, Electrical Engineering, one must bring deep knowledge and thought leadership that is client-facing, strategic and transparent, and of technical excellence. A focus on experience and relationships in the A/E/C industry to contribute to the overall strategic and tactical leadership of the Stantec Buildings engineering team and leading the electrical engineering practice in the San Diego Area. This position is client-facing requiring leadership in strategic projects, while advancing the overall engineering practice as well as team growth and development. In addition, business development, contributions to project delivery standards and work processes, quality control, workload forecasting, financial performance accountability and collaboration with other disciplines is critical. The principal contributes to differentiating Stantec from other competing firms and thereby positions Stantec as innovators in the industry.

Your Key Responsibilities

Business Development/Strategy – approximately 25% of time

• Be a primary contributor to building Stantec’s Sector Engineering practice in the San Diego Area.

• Be a Principal leader within the San Diego office. Partner with the other Principal leaders in the office to help develop and sustain strategic growth objectives and tactical plans to ensure the continued growth trajectory of the office and integrated practice.

• Interface regularly with additional architectural, mechanical engineering and electrical engineering leaders in US West and across North America to thrive and contribute within the integrated design practice

• Develop and execute strategic and tactical business and marketing plans for the engineering practice in San Diego that aligns with Business Center, Regional and National practice goals to advance the overall Buildings practice.

• Sustain and grow top line revenue helping to achieve growth objectives in the San Diego/Southern California and US West areas in collaboration with the Regional Business Leader, Business Center Practice Leaders, and Engineering leaders in US West to achieve key operational performance metrics.

• Develop and maintain industry relationships and visibility with current and prospective clients, sub-consultants, and partner firms in the local and regional A/E industry.

• Assist with the development of the annual business plan and budget for the business center and working with the leadership team to achieve key performance indicators.

• Develop presentation materials and present to clients at strategic industry events.

• Represent the firm through published articles, public speaking engagements and attendance at industry and community events, meetings, and conferences.

• Develop project proposals.

• Assist the marketing department with the development of health sector, engineering, marketing materials and content.

People and Practice Management – approximately 20% of time

• Hire, develop, grow and lead a team consisting of engineering project managers, engineer’s designers, and production team members.

• In conjunction with other stakeholders, identify and forecast staff needs and assignments based on current and projected workload and SME requirements.

• Hold project team members accountable for technical excellence, delivery standards, and best practices.

• Responsible for managing financial performance, quality control processes, and project delivery for Electrical Engineering projects.

• Ensure compliance with best practices, including Stantec PM Frameworks Project Involvement.

Project Design and Delivery – approximately 40% of time

• Work with PM's and SMEs on key projects to develop and deliver client drawings, specifications, presentations, reports, and other deliverables.

• Successfully manage projects of significant scope, complexity, and revenue budget.

• Apply buildings engineering and project management knowledge while leading cross-functional resources to meet project requirements within established timeframes and budgets.

• Meet technical, contractual, schedule, budgetary and client service objectives for projects.

• Apply strong engineering skills, experience and knowledge to the design and oversight of the design for building projects.

• Manage and plan the production resources and workflow to produce the design documentation, drawings, and calculations required for engineering projects.

• Act as a QC and/or Independent Technical reviewer on Electrical Engineering projects.

• Technical Leadership – approximately 15% of time

• Maintain awareness of operational, technical, or regulatory changes within Electrical Engineering and AEC industry overall, disseminate such knowledge to team and firm, and integrate into existing processes and standards.

• Assist to maintain and update Health Sector Engineering specifications, technical documentation, and standards in collaboration with other technical resources within Stantec.

• Oversee Electrical Engineering Design delivery process and best practices and coordinate with other disciplines.

• Provide oversight for Electrical Engineering continuing education and development, including staff education and certification process & balance firm, studio and staff needs.

• Learning/Maintaining and Expanding Technical and Managerial Skills:

• Maintain current knowledge of technologies and trends impacting Stantec's core service offerings and markets and continually strengthens skills.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Outstanding client service skills with ability to lead practice members in consistently delivering an exceptional standard of service to every client.

• Strong managerial skills with ability to hire, engage, develop, and retain top-tier talent.

• Strong business acumen with ability to identify, develop and map strategy, prepare, interpret, and manage budgets, and analyze business results.

• Business development skills with ability to identify and develop prospects, nurture key relationships, cross-sell services, negotiate, and engage business.

• Comprehensive understanding of building project components, project management and delivery systems; ability to continuously evaluate and refine processes to increase efficiency and client satisfaction.

• Ability to manage clients, projects, fee, scope, and teams to achieve budget, schedule and deliverable objectives while meeting key stakeholder critical success factors.

• Familiarity with, and ability to produce, project-related documents and documentation standards required of a Project Manager.

• Ability to integrate design elements with other disciplines to deliver a coordinated design.

• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards.

• A commanding knowledge of technical issues supporting delivered design services.

• Strong technical understanding and working knowledge of buildings systems for the following core markets: Healthcare, Higher Education, Science and Technology, Mission Critical Facilities, Commercial/Workspace.

• Strong knowledge of the Health Sector market is preferred.

• Deep understanding of and ability to apply sustainable design principles within projects.

• Outstanding consulting skills with ability to present a credible, engaging image in keeping with Stantec’s high service standards.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and polished presentation and public speaking skills.

• Fundamental understanding of NFPA 70, 72, 99 101,110 and/or FGI Guidelines as they specifically apply to hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and medical office buildings.

• Deep knowledge is preferred for fire alarm and detection systems as well as healthcare technology systems such as nurse call communications, synchronized clocks, and voice/data/video infrastructure systems.

• Experience in identifying and managing items of risk that may occur on projects.

• Ability to identify and manage potential unanticipated scope.

• Passion to integrate design elements with other disciplines to deliver a coordinated design.

• Dedication to apply sustainable design principles within projects while maintaining the process driven requirements of the markets we focus on facilities.

• Successful history of collaboration with contractors in various alternative construction delivery processes such as Design assist, Design-Build, and IPD

• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering

• 15+ years related professional experience

• Professional Engineering license

• Project Management Professional certification a plus

• LEED AP Credential preferred

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. 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

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. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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, CT, NJ, VA Areas-$145,600.00 - $218,500.00 Annually

• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA, VA Areas-$156,200.00 - $234,300.00 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 | CA | San Diego
Other Locations: United States | CA | Irvine
Organization: BC-2045 Buildings-US California Engineering
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Senior manager
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 19/10/2026 02:10:03
Req ID: 1008357

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