Senior Global Compensation Consultant – Program Design
Stantec
Global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture and environmental consulting for infrastructure and communities.
Lead design and implementation of global compensation programs and analysis
4 days ago ago
C$92,600 - C$138,900
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Edmonton
Hybrid
Company Size
32,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Planning
Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Surveying
Environmental Sciences
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
excel tools
data analytics
salary structures
pay transparency
compensation design
program analysis
Drive the development and implementation of compensation programs, including merit increases, shortterm, and longterm incentives.
Develop and maintain various Excelbased tools and data models to support team and client projects and processes.
Exercise confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment.
Conduct and interpret data analytics to provide actionable insights for informed compensation planning. Perform other related duties as required.
Provide guidance and mentoring to others within the team.
Partner with various stakeholders in leading the Global and EU Pay Transparency/Pay Equity requirements and reporting.
Apply effective oral/written communication and presentation skills.
Collaborate with HR business partners and leaders to identify and resolve complex compensation challenges, recommending solutions to enhance compensation programs, policies, guidelines, structures, and tools to support organizational objectives.
Develop and maintain global salary structures.
Contribute to the development and delivery of compensation training for HR and business operations as needed.
Lead or actively participate in the research, design and implementation of various compensation programs, policies, and procedures.
Analyze the effectiveness and competitiveness of current compensation programs and model potential financial impacts.
Requirements
compensation
data modeling
excel
oracle
ccp
project management
Advanced understanding of compensation best practices and principles
Experience developing and running data models; effectively leveraging data to tell the story in support of informed decision making.
Understanding and application of Global compensationrelated legislation, rules, and regulations strongly preferred.
CCP preferred or in progress.
Proficient MS Office Suite skills required; advanced Excel skills required.
Experience with HRIS Systems (preferably Oracle)
Experience consulting on compensation programs, policies, and practices that support informed decision making.
Ability to compile, analyze, and interpret large amounts of information/data from multiple sources.
Experience developing compensation programs, policies, and practices that support organizational strategy in multiple regions around the globe.
Demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Understanding and application of project management approaches, tools, and phases of the project lifecycle
The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.
MWH Global in 2016
Acquisition Year
Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.
450+ Offices
Global Presence
Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.
6 Continents
Geographic Reach
Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.
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.
Culture + Values
We Put People First
We Do What is Right
We Are Better Together
We Are Driven to Achieve
Environment + Sustainability
2025
Carbon Neutrality Target
The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.
32,000
Employees in Sustainable Projects
Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.
Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets