Head of Programme Management

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.We are strategizing, planning, and implementing projects that help clients achieve their organization’s objectives. Join our award-winning program management team and bring transformational project solutions to life.Duties of the Program Manager include client coordination, providing day-to-day guidance to multi-disciplined teams in a co-located Program Management Office (PMO) environment, typically located at a client facility. You will oversee implementation of program delivery procedures and processes and confirm the program team’s performance against stated objectives.The Program Manager oversees all services provided by an integrated team, including but not limited to: general program and project management services (scheduling, cost controls, risk management, change management, document control, interface management, engineering management etc.), preliminary design, subject matter expert technical support on projects, regulatory and permitting support, technical studies to support planning and design efforts, procurement of design and construction, construction management, operations & maintenance liaison, operations and maintenance readiness, community outreach and communications, project and program delivery strategy, funding strategy and training/knowledge transfer.The Program Manager is responsible to track and manage delivery performance (cost, schedule, quality) on each project and the overall program.Your Key ResponsibilitiesAdvising and assisting the client in the development, management, and execution of the program.Serving as a trusted advisor to the client and working as part of an integrated Client/Consultant Leadership Team.Implementation of a robust governance structure to ensure adherence to a rigorous approach to project and program management.Implementation of program methodologies for project evaluation and selection of appropriate delivery models.Establishment of a performance reporting framework including the development of key performance indicators and associated reports/dashboards.Pro-actively identifying client needs and programmatic initiatives required to address potential program delivery risks and challenges.Assisting the client in development of its staff through implementation of best practices, training classes and knowledge transfer.Developing, negotiating, and managing consultant services authorizations for program management services.Overseeing administration of the management consultant services contract including management of change orders, amendments, task order renewals, and invoicing working with Stantec Finance and Accounting support staff.Preparing or overseeing preparation of reports and other deliverables defined in the contract scope of services.Management of subconsultants, including negotiating of subcontract agreements, review of invoices, and compliance with any Diverse, Local, and Small Business Enterprise requirements by the client.Reviewing consultant and contractor submittals including technical and contractual documents.Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to convey program and project delivery needs to the client and to formulate those needs into comprehensive proposals.Must demonstrate organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects and activities simultaneously.Strong technical understanding of water and wastewater utility infrastructure, organizations and processes required.Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field required20+ years experience in the delivery of water/wastewater projects/programs.10+ years leading large water/wastewater programs ($1B or higher) with a large construction management element featuring traditional and collaborative delivery methods.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.#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 | CA | San FranciscoOther Locations: United States | CA | Walnut CreekOrganization: 2249 Water-US PMCM-San Francisco CAEmployee Status: RegularManagement Level: Individual contributorBusiness Justification: New PositionTravel: YesSchedule: Full timeJob Posting: 19/10/2026 10:10:31Req ID: 1008390Stantec 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.