Head of Project Management (Remote)

When you care deeply about the work you do, it’s rewarding to see it through from concept to completion. We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward. From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, we've successfully managed thousands of projects. Joining our team, turning visionary ideas into reality, will shape your future—and the future of your community.Your OpportunityStantec is seeking an individual to act as an Owner’s Representative, Project Manager for the design and construction of a mix of higher education, healthcare and other institutional expansion and renovation projects. The projects will be in various phases from conceptual planning stages through design, construction and occupancy; and range in various complexities and total project costs of $5 Million to $200+Million. We are in search of applicants to be based in our one of the office locations listed, or remote in Savannah, GA to support projects in the surrounding areas.Your Key ResponsibilitiesManage multiple healthcare, higher education, or commercial expansion or renovation projects as an Owner’s Representative. Managing the approved scope, schedule and budget are of utmost importance.Communicate daily with the client and project team.Lead the Design Team consisting of the Architects, Engineers, Equipment Planner and other consultants.Provide day-to-day project oversight and communication with the client and project team.Prepare and distribute meeting notes to the project team.Develop, track, update, forecast and modify the project schedule and budget throughout all phases of the project.Review and track all contracts, invoices, and payments to all contractors, consultants, and equipment vendors.Understand and assist in the negotiation of contracts of all parties to the project.Assist and help manage/coordinate move and occupancy activities.Review and approve all invoices and change orders associated with the project.Evaluate, advise on and assist in resolving disputes and claimsTraditionally reports to project executive or principal.Your Capabilities and CredentialsProject Management experience in buildings sector (design and construction of healthcare, commercial, and higher education).Ability to interact professionally with internal clients, external clients, as well as in the field with subcontractors.Strong computer skills and literacy in scheduling, word processing, presentation and spreadsheet software.Experience with budget management or custom software.Understanding of design and construction process and requirements.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.A minimum of 5 years of related project management experience, including ideally 2 or more years of managing projects as an Owner’s Representative, Project Manager.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.#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.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 | SC | CharlestonOther Locations: United States | TN | NashvilleOrganization: 1798 Buildings-US PMCM-Charleston SCEmployee Status: RegularBusiness Justification: New PositionTravel: YesSchedule: Full timeJob Posting: 27/06/2026 09:06:16Req ID: 1006530Stantec 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.