Team Lead, Assessment & Permitting

Stantec; Red Deer; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a highly motivated Team Lead for the Assessment & Permitting discipline within its Environmental Services Business Centre. The role reports to the Senior Team Lead and focuses on growing the business through staff recruitment, retention, and development.

The team spans Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut, with flexible and hybrid work options, requiring some in-office time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in environmental or natural sciences.
• Master’s degree (or master’s degree in progress) is an asset.
• Holding or eligibility to obtain a relevant professional designation (e.g., P. Bio, R.P.F., P.Ag, EP, P.Eng) preferred but, not necessary.
• A minimum of 7 years of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Previous leadership or management experience is an asset.
• Previous consulting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily operational management of 6-12 A&P professionals.
• Communication of the organization’s operational expectations and execution of the strategic vision of the team.
• Resource planning and management of the team by monitoring staff utilization and availability.
• Collaborate with safety personnel and leadership to support mandatory training requirements of team members.
• Lead and facilitate goal setting and the performance review process for team members.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Leadership development

Creative problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Open communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental or natural sciences

Master’s degree (asset)

Professional designation (P.Bio, R.P.F., P.Ag, EP, P.Eng) preferred

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Projects require environmental review and licensing and this step is becoming increasingly critical for development across Canda and around the world. We are seeking a motivated team player to lead a team of professionals while working on projects. Organizational skills and the ability to support multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced company are essential qualities. There’s no end to the scope and significance of your work, and to where it can take you at Stantec.

Your Opportunity

An opportunity exists for a highly motivated, personable, and organized Team Lead (TL) for our Assessment & Permitting (A&P) discipline within our Environmental Services Business Centre. You will report directly to the Senior Team Lead and will work closely with other leadership and team leads. As a Team Lead, you will form a key part of the leadership team and will help grow our business through ongoing recruitment, retention and development of staff.

The team is based in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut, and while we embrace our core value that “we are better together”, we do offer flexible work solutions and hybrid work situations. As people leaders, you would be expected to spend a portion of your work week in-office.

In addition, the successful candidate will provide support to all stages of a project’s lifecycle including assessment, permitting and approval requirements, construction support, and post-construction support. Projects will include small to large-scale provincial and federal environmental assessments for the power and energy, infrastructure, oil and gas, transportation, and mining sectors.

This is a permanent full-time position in our Prairies and Territories Assessment & Permitting (A&P) Team based in one of our offices in Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Yellowknife, Edmonton, Red Deer or Calgary.

Growing your career sometimes means taking chances and moving outside of your comfort zone. It also means raising your hand for opportunities that further your technical, leadership, and client services skills. If you are interested in evolving your professional experience,

Closing Date: October 21, 2026.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Daily operational management of 6-12 A&P professionals
• Communication of the organization’s operational expectations and execution of the strategic vision of the team
• Resource planning and management of the team by monitoring staff utilization and availability and supporting the discipline leadership team to identify project resources
• Work with team members to align their professional challenges with their career plans and business goals
• Coach and mentor your team for performance and career development
• Lead and facilitate goal setting and the performance review process for team members and work with leadership to ensure training plans and performance targets are identified and met
• Maintain a focus on recognition and morale building within the team and planning staff appreciation initiatives
• Provide on-going performance evaluation and targeted constructive feedback to team and initiate performance management when needed
• Collaborate with safety personnel and leadership to support mandatory training requirements of team members
• Initiate and chair A&P team meetings
• Attend regular TL meetings with leadership and Human Resources
• Contribute to compensation, leadership level, career level and job category discussions
• Participate in recruitment and onboarding activities of new hires through identifying potential candidates, reviewing resumes and participating in the interview process
• Work with the team to drive new technical initiatives or service lines
• Assist leadership with change management initiatives
• Leading by example to promote a positive and progressive team safety culture

Your Project Key Responsibilities

• Support and ensure implementation of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, standards and guidelines in the execution of all work and coordinate with HSE professionals during the execution of all project phases
• Participate in project work as part of the A&P team and achieve individual target utilization
• Work directly with clients to provide strategic environmental advice
• Drive project delivery with a key focus on efficient execution, project controls, and safety
• Work in a collaborative team of technical environmental and engineering specialists to lead the approval and permitting process
• Prepare and review environmental assessments, regulatory applications and technical submissions
• Contribute to proposals, pre- qualifications, and relationship building with existing and prospective clients
• Communicate and collaborate with other environmental and regulatory specialists to ensure consistency in project execution
• Provide mentorship and support to the development of junior and intermediate staff
• Participate in team and independent based work
• Facilitate collaboration with team members to meet schedules.
• Lead or support business development activities, including proposals (budget development and proposal writing) and relationship building with existing and prospective clients
• Liaise with local, provincial, and federal agencies regarding permits and approvals.
• Interact with internal business lines, our clients, and regulators

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Proven experience and ability to lead a diverse group of individuals in a fast-paced dynamic work environment
• Dynamic leader with the ability to work collaboratively and motivate people toward a shared vision
• Creative, solutions-focused thinker with strong inter-personal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Active and empathetic listener, experienced in navigating difficult personal and professional conversations aimed at a positive and productive outcome
• Committed and supportive delegator who is highly organized, able to multi-task and prioritize
• Confident and collaborative decision maker
• Open and honest communicator with proven ability to provide positive and constructive feedback to staff
• Understanding and applied knowledge working under provincial and federal legislation (e.g., Water Act, Public Lands Act, Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, Fisheries Act, Canadian Navigable Waters Act and Municipal Government Act.)
• Possess strong conflict resolution and communication skills

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in environmental or natural sciences.

A Master’s degree (or master’s degree in progress) is an asset.

Holding or eligibility to obtain a relevant professional designation (e.g., P. Bio, R.P.F., P.Ag, EP, P.Eng) preferred but, not necessary.

A minimum of 7 years of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Previous leadership or management experience is an asset.

Previous consulting experience preferred .

A typical office environment includes working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.

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 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 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) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, 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 time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

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: Canada | MB | Winnipeg
Other Locations: Canada | AB | Red Deer
Organization: BC-1235 EnvSvcs-CA Alberta
Employee Status: Regular
Management Level: Supervisor
Business Justification: Replacement
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time