Senior Hydropower Project Manager

Overview

Lead design, construction & client projects for hydro facilities, manage teams & business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• design drawings
• technical specs
• field support
• cost estimating
• client relations
• business development

Tasks

-Develop understanding and promote with relevant electrical utilities, industry associations, academic institutions and training programs -With high-level guidance but responsible for approach and execution, develop solutions to a variety of diverse engineering problems involving hydropower structures or equipment -Contribute to the development and execution of the sector’s business strategy -Scale administrative process to size and type of application and identify potential for improvements -Meet personal Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE) goals and targets -Perform field support during installation and construction through monitoring for quality control and consistency with the design specifications -Prepare quality and accurate written communications related to role such as: notes of meeting, scopes of work, change orders, reports, design basis, options analyses, schedule and cost estimating, etc. -Lead/support development of design drawings and technical specifications for construction and installation services -Assist in resource management processes, recruitment, career development, succession planning, coaching and mentoring -Maintain client relationships that are aimed at satisfied customers and repeat business -Develop thorough understanding of Stantec’s differentiators and be able to explain benefits to clients -Support/Lead relevant business development pursuits through early positioning and proposal development -Stay abreast of the hydro sector (clients, technologies, competitors, trends) -Balance time on projects with pursuit and positioning of new business opportunities -Identify where Stantec can be of value to clients and particularly where Stantec can offer a unique value proposition. -Observe and personify safety and quality culture -Work collaboratively with Project Engineers and other Project Managers to assist in planning, design, preparation of drawings, technical specifications, and capital cost estimates in connection with a variety of engineering projects -Develop relationships and understanding of both existing and new clients and develop understanding of their needs and drivers. -Contribute to the development of hydropower sector and business planning -Manage and motivate team to work together efficiently and mitigate team conflict

Requirements

• p.eng.
• 10+ years
• civil engineering
• project management
• microsoft office
• hydroelectric

What You Bring

-Communicate at ease and habitually across the corporate hierarchy -Understand the complexity of a given client project and match with appropriate scope of work, level of effort and staffing -Communicate with other team members and become familiar with Stantec standards -Understand project management principles and apply consistently according to Stantec 10-Step process -Understand and appropriately apply Stantec’s risk review process -Knowledge of a variety of software programs used in engineering analysis and design; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite -Understand skills, capabilities and opportunities for collaboration in Stantec’s business lines across Canada, as well as support international collaboration when required. -Professional designation obtained in at least one Canadian Province (P.Eng.) -Minimum of 10 years’ experience with hydroelectric facilities preferably within a consulting engineering or utility environment -Engineer with a degree in civil engineering from an accredited university. Post graduate degree in engineering or business would be an asset. -Communicate comfortably with clients across their hierarchy from boardroom to shop floor – note that this may require occasional site travel -Project management experience with demonstrated organizational and communication skills on small to medium multi-disciplinary projects.

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About Stantec

-Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion. -Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio. -Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments. -Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers. -Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors. -Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.

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