Senior Water Resources Program Leader (West)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 146,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an experienced Water Resources Project/Program Manager to join our inter‑disciplinary team in Denver. You will lead large water resources planning and management engagements, guiding projects from conception through delivery and coordinating diverse stakeholders.

The role emphasizes policy insight, technical execution, and strategic client relationships across the Pacific Region and West, with a focus on collaboration, mentorship, and delivering high‑impact solutions for water

Qualifications

• Leadership experience guiding multi-disciplinary teams on complex water projects.
• Strong communication skills for executives, stakeholders and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale programs in water resources.

Responsibilities

• Serve as project manager for water resources projects with accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and quality performance.
• Mentor and coach developing professionals through project assignments and client interactions.
• Coordinate with leadership on budget planning, workload forecasting, and staff resourcing.
• Provide project leadership for water resources planning engagements across the Pacific Region and West.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Building

Program Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Stantec is seeking an experienced Water Resources Project/Program Manager to join our inter‑disciplinary team in Denver. You will lead large water resources planning and management engagements, guiding projects from conception through delivery and coordinating diverse stakeholders.

The role emphasizes policy insight, technical execution, and strategic client relationships across the Pacific Region and West, with a focus on collaboration, mentorship, and delivering high‑impact solutions for water