Project Manager-Mission Critical Facilities

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Wellness program

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stantec’s Buildings team in Chicago seeks a Mission Critical Facilities Project Manager responsible for overall project execution, planning, and client satisfaction, coordinating with Studio Leader, Operations Director and Accounting to meet timelines and budgets.

The role requires an accredited engineering degree and at least 7 years of related experience; travel may be required depending on project needs and locations with a Stantec presence.

Qualifications

• Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 7 years related industry experience.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical documents and standards.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience managing projects through all lifecycle stages.
• Knowledge of QA/QC processes and project controls.
• Ability to manage budgets and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Drive project priorities, scope, and schedule with leadership.
• Manage projects through initiation to closure.
• Follow established processes and procedures.
• Lead project kick-off meetings and clarify objectives.
• Develop detailed work plans and track data and deliverables.
• Coordinate and support team to meet objectives and profitability.
• Maintain contractual and financial records and report status.
• Identify QA/QC requirements and schedule technical reviews.
• Manage client expectations and participate in meetings.
• Notify client of scope changes and obtain approvals.
• Support cross-selling of Stantec services.
• Pursue professional growth and expand responsibilities.
• Create tools and templates to improve quality and efficiency.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Project management

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Client liaison

Education

Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience

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 7 years related industry experience

Pay Range

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ, VA Areas-$100,000.00 - $145,000.00 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 | IL | Chicago

Other Locations

United States | CA | Sacramento

Organization

2357 Buildings-US North Central MCF-Chicago IL

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

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.