Senior Digital Engineering Manager - Energy & Resources

We are currently seeking a Senior Digital Engineering Manager to join our growing Digital Engineering team within the Energy & Resources business unit. This role will focus on leading the delivery of Digital Engineering (DE) and Building Information Modelling (BIM) solutions for complex Energy and Resources projects including Hydropower & Dams, Transmission & Distribution, and Renewable, Waste & Generation projects, among others.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing digital strategies, overseeing project execution, ensuring ISO 19650 compliance, and driving innovation in digital project delivery.

The Senior Digital Engineering Manager will oversee multiple projects, mentoring teams, and engaging with senior stakeholders and will focus on managing project-specific digital deliverables and supporting implementation across the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the digital delivery of major projects, ensuring alignment with ISO 19650, client requirements, and industry standards.
2. Delegate tasks, plan resources, and manage teams to ensure high-quality outputs while mitigating risks across project phases.
3. Contribute to the development of the organization’s digital strategy.
4. Serve as the primary client contact, effectively communicating digital strategies and project goals.
5. Develop and implement BIM requirements, processes, and protocols, building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to drive collaboration and digital adoption.
6. Define and implement project data requirements, establish information governance protocols, and ensure compliance with ISO 19650.
7. Manage the transition from Project Information Model (PIM) to Asset Information Model (AIM) and oversee information security.
8. Manage the Common Data Environment (CDE), ensuring effective data storage and sharing, providing training on best practices.
9. Guide the development of BIM Execution Plans (BEP), oversee model federation, and mentor teams on digital workflows.
10. Drive innovation by implementing emerging technologies, automation, and advanced digital workflows, improving BIM processes and team efficiency.

About You

You must have extensive experience leading large-scale, complex projects while applying the ISO 19650 standard, particularly in fulfilling the Lead Appointed Party role. A deep understanding of ISO 19650 principles and their practical application is essential, as well as proven experience in developing and managing key project documents such as EIR, AIR, PIR, and BEP.

Proficiency with Autodesk tools such as Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks, Inventor, and ACC, along with model coordination platforms like Revizto, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Power BI, is crucial for success in this role. Additionally, you will be expected to lead the setup of Common Data Environments (CDE), manage model federation, and oversee clash detection workflows.

Strong stakeholder engagement and client-facing communication skills are essential, as you will be interacting regularly with clients and other stakeholders. Your ability to mentor and lead digital teams in a collaborative, fast-paced environment is critical to driving successful project outcomes.

While not essential, professional certifications in BIM/DE, such as BIM Certification or buildingSMART accreditation, would be highly beneficial. A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, along with a Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification, would be an added advantage.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights.

Stantec 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.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK&I@stantec.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

ReqID: 6939