Civil Engineer - Mission Critical (REMOTE)

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.Your OpportunityThis role is for a Civil Engineer focusing on Mission Critical Data Center projects within our Community Development Group. Within this team, you will have the opportunity to work on Data Center projects of various sizes across the country. The Mission Critical space requires a very proactive, responsive, and efficient design team with projects serving Fortune 10 companies who are making headlines with transformational projects.The engineers on this team are a core design group dedicated to serving Data Center clients and similar major commercial programs. The projects they work on require a variety and diverse set of skills to assist our clients with site due diligence, design, entitlement approvals, permitting, and construction. Within this team you will be exposed to different design requirements across multiple geographic regions as well as different Mission Critical and commercial projects of various sizes and operational needs. The projects that you may be assigned to will be broad, varied, and diverse in scope.This position involves working collaboratively within the Mission Critical core design team, project partners, and various different services in the development of private civil site designs; construction plans and specifications; preparing reports, studies, and construction contract documents; computing quantities and preparing opinions of cost; performing field observations and assisting in the coordination and management of construction activities.Your Key ResponsibilitiesSeeking a motivated individual who is enthusiastic, flexible, innovative, organized, and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills.Strong interest in the Mission Critical / Data Center market and major commercial projects.Be a responsive partner with excellent communication skills.Be proactive, solution-oriented, and work well within a cooperative team environment.Ability to be flexible and react accordingly to dynamic project needs on tight timelines and fast paced schedules.Ability to perform duties with virtual coordination as the team is officed across various geographic regions.Understanding of civil engineering concepts (i.e. site layout, grading, utility design, etc.) and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.Perform civil design and technical tasks on projects under the supervision of the Project Manager or Lead Engineer. Tasks may include but are not limited to; site design and layout; code review; planning and land use entitlement process; AHJ coordination; grading design; drainage design; utility design; erosion and sediment control; specifications; and creation of project details.Evaluates, selects, specifies, and engineers all civil engineered systems or products for a project.Engages in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.Utilizes technologies in development of three-dimensional models of civil systems and provides markups for junior engineers/designers.Prepares and revises documentation in various civil phases including site plans, grading plans, utility plans, diagrams, and details.Leads project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors.Participates in client project requirement meetings and value analysis, and basic cost estimating.Assists senior engineers/designers with developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule.May lead the preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents.Performs and oversees the performance of calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.Participates in constructability review.Conducts quality assurance and quality control on own projects.Assists in the development of new standards and specifications for the civil group.Works on multiple projects.Your Capabilities and CredentialsRequisite knowledge and application of National Civil Code and applicable energy codes.General understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.Strong knowledge of civil systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards.Ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies.Possesses excellent time-management skillsThorough understanding of task assignment and schedule, budgeting, and efficient use of time and resources.Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.Thorough understanding of civil engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.Advanced oral and written communication skills.Effective communicator and able to work on and lead teams.Presentation and interview skills are preferred.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant design software, which may include AutoCAD Civil3D, GIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, WaterCAD, HydroCAD.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering.Licensed Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.Minimum of 5 years of experience.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.About StantecStantec 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.If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable. 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 AnnuallyPay 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 agreementsPrimary Location: United States | MN | MinneapolisOther Locations: United States | OH | CincinnatiOrganization: 1903 CommDev-US North Central-Minneapolis MNEmployee Status: RegularManagement Level: Midlevel managerBusiness Justification: New PositionTravel: YesSchedule: Full timeJob Posting: 24/04/2026 08:04:14Req ID: 1005579#additionalStantec 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.