Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+U.

Your Opportunity

We are looking for a Conveyance Senior Project Technical Leader who wants to be part of a purpose-driven organization that is focused on helping our clients, colleagues and communities thrive. Our people are Stantec’s most valuable resource, and in joining our team you will be able to leverage your career experiences and expertise in water infrastructure within a culture that values inclusion, celebrates shared success, and applauds ambition.

Joining Stantec’s global network of over 600 conveyance engineers, with a reputation as a go-to firm for conveyance services, you will be given the opportunity to grow your career by leading iconic water conveyance projects from first request through construction: shaping our established and talented local team and our North American Conveyance Sector.

As a Senior Project Technical Leader, you will provide leadership in the execution and delivery of technically complex conveyance projects. You provide opportunities for thought leadership through collaboration with research and innovation teams in the development and deployment of innovative technologies.

Your Key Responsibilities

As the Technical Lead of the project team, you will lead civil conveyance design for water, storm, and sanitary sewer projects from preliminary design to detailed design, bidding, and construction inspection. You plan, organize, and manage the production of project deliverables to ensure on-time delivery and technical quality within budget. You review your team’s work and provide technical guidance on design approach and challenges, engineering calculations, design drawings, technical specifications, and construction documents. You are a mentor to developing professionals to guide their career development objectives. You prepare technical evidenced proposals and reports as project issues arise with clients, contractors, equipment suppliers/vendors or reviewing agencies. You assist the Business Center Practice Leader with developing technical approaches for Statements of Qualifications and Proposals and assist with preparing the technical aspects for project interviews conducted by clients. You work in a manner to protect the health and safety of Stantec employees, clients, and the public by following company health, safety, and security guidelines and policies.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Experience and expertise with the design of conveyance projects in urbanized, congested areas. Experience with the design and delivery of water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure 24-inches in diameter and larger. Strong leadership and communication skills, market knowledge, business acumen combined with innovative ideas, and a successful history of client relations and account management.

Education and Experience

Master of Science in Civil/Environmental, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution preferred. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in these fields will also be considered. Licensed Professional Engineer, or a combination of education and experience to qualify for licensure within one year of hire. Minimum of 8 years of experience in water infrastructure design projects. Must have good driving record and valid driver's license.

Typical office environment working with computers and sitting at a desk. 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.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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