Lead Mission Critical Facilities Project Manager

Stantec; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. in Chicago seeks a Mission Critical Facilities Project Manager to lead large-scale projects from initiation to close, coordinating across internal teams and client stakeholders to meet scope, schedule and budget.

You will drive planning, manage resources, and ensure QA/QC, while maintaining strong communication and documentation to deliver a positive client experience.

Qualifications

• Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience required
• Minimum 7 years related industry experience

Responsibilities

• Drive the work on the project; set the priorities, procedures, scope and schedule; publish and coordinate project team member assignments with the Studio Leader and/or Operations Director; obtain resource commitment for all disciplines.
• Manage assigned projects through all stages of the project lifecycle, including Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Control, and Closure.
• Follow and implement all established company processes and procedures.
• Facilitate project kick-off meetings with all members of the project team and related personnel to clearly communicate objectives, scope, design and schedule.
• Develop a detailed Work Plan for completing the design within the scope of work, timeline and budget; track data and information for proper project documentation.
• Direct, coordinate and support project team members to meet client and profitability goals.
• Maintain contractual, business and financial records; inform client and leadership on financial status.
• Identify QA/QC requirements and schedule technical reviews.
• Manage client expectations to a positive outcome and participate in client meetings.
• Notify client of scope changes and prepare estimates for additional design fees.
• Participate in cross selling of Stantec services and new project pursuits.
• Invest in professional growth and expand responsibilities.
• Create and maintain tools to support Project Management and standardize deliverables.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Schedule management

Communication

Time management

Resource management

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

7+ years experience

Job description

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. in Chicago seeks a Mission Critical Facilities Project Manager to lead large-scale projects from initiation to close, coordinating across internal teams and client stakeholders to meet scope, schedule and budget.

You will drive planning, manage resources, and ensure QA/QC, while maintaining strong communication and documentation to deliver a positive client experience.