Project Manager, Technology Consultant

Stantec; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 111,200 - 191,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a skilled Project Manager based in San Francisco or other U.S. locations. The role involves leading design and management of technology systems in various projects, including healthcare and commercial sectors.

Ideal candidates will possess at least 8 years of experience along with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Strong client communication skills and a deep understanding of technology systems are essential. The position offers a flexible work schedule with significant benefits.

Qualifications

• 8 years experience in system design and installation for the built environment.
• Strong understanding of voice/data systems and IT/telecommunications.
• Experience in healthcare technology or biomedical engineering highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide design leadership and project management for technology systems.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and deliverables.
• Actively participate in meetings and initiatives supporting company goals.

Skills

Client communication skills

Technology systems knowledge

Construction processes understanding

Planning and design expertise

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, IT, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Revit

AutoCAD

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 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. The buildings that make up the landscape of our daily lives seem like permanent fixtures, fastened to a time and place. But what if that didn’t have to be true? What if our built environment—where we live, learn, play, and conduct business—carried us forward instead? Our Buildings practice keeps people at its heart, recognizing that our shared journey forward is shaped by the meaningful and responsive places we design. From iconic designs to monumental groundbreakings, join us to bring transformational building solutions to life. Every day we apply our expertise, creativity, and passion to propel communities into the future—join us!

Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently looking for a skilled Project Manager who possesses a deep understanding and knowledge of various technology systems for the built environment. This position will report to one of our offices in the U.S. West (LA, Irvine, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, Phoenix, Denver, Seattle, Portland).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Telecommunication services.
• Voice, Data and Video transport systems.
• Electronic Security systems.
• Nurse Call/Clinical Communication systems.
• Systems Integration concepts.
• Data/Wireless Network topologies.
• Provides design leadership translating client and owner requirements into the production of drawings, specifications, cost opinions, technical reports and assessments.
• Project Management experience and understanding of the different design delivery processes found in the Architectural/Engineering/Construction industry.
• Represents Stantec on a local and regional level as a recognized technical expert in the industry.
• Maintains awareness of operational, technical or regulatory changes and improvements within government, commercial and healthcare environments and the information transport industry relating to communication systems.
• Develops and delivers client drawings, specifications, presentations, reports, and other deliverables.
• Periodically acts as QC reviewer on projects.
• Prepares written recommendations and reports to clients.
• Interacts with other disciplines within Stantec, client agencies, vendors, and other consulting/engineering firms.
• Represents Stantec clients in communications with government agencies, commercial organizations, and healthcare organizations.
• Maintains a holistic view of complex technical solutions being designed and implemented by teams of engineers.
• Provides site inspection and implementation management for technology systems.
• Applies industry, technology, and project management expertise to meet client requirements/deliverables within established timeframes and budgets.
• Collaborates with A/E/C project teams as requested to differentiate Stantec and add technical value from the client perspective.
• Develops and maintains reference materials related to their area of expertise.
• Prepares white papers and articles for industry publication on technical issues.
• Develops standards documentation and boilerplate documents and performs quality control documentation.
• Nurtures existing client relationships.
• Proactively represents firm and pursues opportunities for new business—attends client and industry events to represent Stantec and promote our brand and services.
• Develops and delivers client presentations.
• Active member of the Technology Consulting Group in the U.S. West and part of multi-disciplined design teams for various sized projects in several markets, including Healthcare, Higher Education, Commercial and Government/Military.
• Demonstrates a "client first" approach in developing relationships.
• Strategically evaluates opportunities and challenges and incorporates well‑developed consulting and technical skills into each client interaction.

Learning / Maintaining and Expanding Technical Skills (≈10%)

• Develops knowledge of technologies, trends and the markets in which we work as they apply to the applicable project types, and continually strengthens skills.
• Proactively pursues additional knowledge in related disciplines by attending available in house and external training.

Meetings, Initiatives, and Projects (≈10%)

• Attends in‑house project meetings and potentially out‑of‑office client meetings.
• Actively participates in meetings, initiatives, and projects that support Business Center and company goals.
• Assists in development and maintenance of drawing standards and specifications.
• Participates in Industry/client events.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Excellent client communication and relationship skills.
• Work experience which demonstrates equivalent experience in technology analysis and design that includes writing, communications skills, and public speaking may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Demonstrated expertise in planning, design, and optimization of complex networks in a variety of healthcare, enterprise, and government environments.
• Experience in site development, equipment manufacturing or construction industry and/or familiarity with construction processes.
• Deep understanding and knowledge of voice/data systems, IT/telecommunications, wireless systems, electronic security systems and audio‑visual systems.
• Fluent in best practice design techniques and planning methodology.
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and Technology standards (NEC, BICSI, ANSI/TIA, FGI, etc.).
• Skill in researching and writing technical papers and reports and effectively communicating the information to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Demonstrated interpersonal communications skills and client or customer service experience/skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate in written and oral form and able to comprehend complex oral and written direction.
• Ability to integrate design elements with other disciplines to deliver a coordinated design.
• Ability to explain complex problems and issues in understandable terms to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong understanding and experience with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Meets or exceeds project goals and expectations and project performance metrics.
• Travel is required to meet engagement/client requirements. Travel scope may include regional, national, or international based on the contracted requirements. Independent travel is required, with travel comprising up to 10% of the work month.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field – Telecommunications, Information Technology or Electrical Engineering highly desirable; comparable proven work experience acceptable.
• Eight (8) years’ experience in the analysis, design, installation, maintenance and/or repair of systems directly related to the built environment.
• RCDD certification highly desirable.
• Revit experience preferred.
• AutoCAD or similar drafting software experience also desirable.
• CCNA, PE, CTS, PMP, PSP etc. are preferred.
• Experience in healthcare technology, biomedical engineering/clinical engineering highly desirable.

Office Location and Schedule

• This position will exist at Stantec BC 2804 location in Los Angeles, Irvine, or San Diego, CA.
• This position will have a flexible work schedule requiring three days in the office (including Wednesday and two additional days determined by candidate) and two days working from home.

Pay Range

• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – $111,200.00 – $166,900.00 annually.
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas – $119,300.00 – $179,000.00 annually.
• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) – $127,400.00 – $191,100.00 annually.

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. Employees will also be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits 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.