Project Manager - Mission Critical

Stantec; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 126,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Mission Critical Facilities Project Manager to lead the successful execution and delivery of complex projects in coordination with clients and internal teams. You will oversee planning, budgeting, scope, schedule, and QA/QC while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.

This role requires extensive experience in project management and a proactive leadership style. Based in the United States with open locations, this full-time position emphasizes design excellence,

Qualifications

• Possess foundational knowledge of engineering practices within own discipline and cross-disciplinary awareness.
• Familiar with design and construction concepts, codes and standards.
• Able to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and regulations.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills for coordinating with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive project execution: set priorities, scope, schedule, and resource commitments.
• Manage projects through all lifecycle stages: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closure.
• Follow established company processes and lead project kick-off meetings.
• Develop detailed Work Plans and track documentation for design completion.
• Direct and support project team to meet client and profitability goals.
• Maintain contractual, financial, and project records and inform leadership of status.
• Identify QA/QC requirements and schedule technical reviews.
• Communicate changes in scope and obtain approvals for additional services.
• Support cross-selling of services and new project pursuits.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Scheduling

QA/QC

Team coordination

Risk management

Resource planning

Education

Accredited engineering degree

PE licensure

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

The MCF (Mission Critical Facilities) Project Manager is directly responsible for the overall successful execution and delivery of the project, both to the Client and Stantec, according to the contract. The Project Manager represents Stantec and is the primary administrator and communications link between Stantec and all project stakeholders. They oversee the planning, implementation and tracking of the project and its specified deliverables to meet the client’s expectations and goals and provide a positive experience. Aside from the preferred locations listed, this position is open to any location with a Stantec office presence, for the right candidate.

Your Key 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, Project Initiation, Project Planning, Project Execution, Project Monitoring & Control, and Project 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 the objectives, scope, design and schedule of the project.
• Develop a detailed Work Plan for completing the design within the scope of work, project timeline and budget; identify required precursors from other disciplines in a timely fashion, and track details/data/information/activities for proper project documentation.
• Direct, coordinate and support the members of the project team to meet the objectives of the client and the project profitability goals for Stantec.
• Maintain contractual, business and financial related records for the project; keep the client, Studio Leader, Operations Director, and the Accounting Department informed on the financial status of the project.
• Identify QA/QC requirements for the project and schedule appropriate technical reviews.
• Manage the client’s expectations to a positive outcome; participate in client meetings as required.
• Notify the client of changes in project scope, prepare estimates for additional design fees, issue work authorization to client and obtain approval prior to performing any additional services.
• Actively participate in cross selling of Stantec services and new project pursuits.
• Make a personal investment in professional growth and development by seeking ways to expand responsibilities, knowledge, and abilities.
• Create and maintain purpose-built tools that support the Project Management of the projects unique to your Business Unit; including templates and standardize deliverables, to increase overall project quality and efficiency.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Possess basic knowledge of engineering practices within own discipline and basic knowledge of practices and principles of other disciplines.
• Knowledge of commonly used and accepted design and construction concepts, practices, procedures, codes, and standards.
• Able to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and specifications, technical procedures, and government regulations.
• Communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner; demonstrate strong written, oral, listening, and presentation skills to confidently interact and coordinate both technical and non-technical issues with the internal project team, Client and other Consultants.
• Manages work independently and delegate and utilize other Stantec staff and productive partners effectively.
• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills regarding projects, reports and other commitments; completes assignments in a quality and timely fashion; able to manage multiple priorities concurrently; is punctual and dependable.
• Effectively builds positive morale on the team by inspiring confidence, instilling enthusiasm and cohesiveness, and influencing employees to act.

Education and Experience

• Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience required
• Minimum 12 years related industry experience
• PE licensure a plus

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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 Range

• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas-$126,400.00 - $189,600.00 Annually

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) 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 agreements.

Primary Location

United States | DC | Washington

Travel

No

Schedule

Full time

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. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.