Senior Project Leader: Energy & Infrastructure

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a senior project leader to guide large-scale engineering and design programs across multiple disciplines in Chicago and related markets.

You will manage scope, budgets, schedules, and quality while coordinating process, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental teams. The role emphasizes client liaison, strategic growth, contract negotiations, risk management, and leadership of project managers and staff in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent required; PMP preferred.
• 15–25 years of progressive engineering and design project management experience, including large, multidisciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale engineering and design projects.
• Manage project scope, objectives, deliverables, schedules and budgets.
• Oversee multidisciplinary teams and ensure quality, risk, and compliance.
• Serve as primary client liaison and drive stakeholder satisfaction and repeat business.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage subconsultant agreements.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Negotiation skills

Communication & presentation

Ambiguity management

Client relationship

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Professional Engineer (PE) license

PMP certification preferred

Job description

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a senior project leader to guide large-scale engineering and design programs across multiple disciplines in Chicago and related markets.

You will manage scope, budgets, schedules, and quality while coordinating process, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental teams. The role emphasizes client liaison, strategic growth, contract negotiations, risk management, and leadership of project managers and staff in a fast-paced,