Project Financial Lead

Description

• Collaborate with BC leadership and Team Leads to retain, mentor, and coach project managers. Some project managers within the BC may report to and will be accountable to the PFL.
• Coordinate with the BCOL, the PML and PMs and project sponsors to implement corrective actions for distressed projects, adapt and apply procedures to address problem situations.
• Provide formal and informal feedback on individual performance of project managers.
• Maintain and enhance our reputation with clients, approval agencies and industry professionals as an outstanding service provider.
• Support the BCOL with updating and maintaining the PM Prequalification listing in consultation with the BCOL and PML.
• In collaboration with BC Leadership and the Financial Manager, conduct project financial follow up with project managers and project controls personnel to monitor projects’ unbilled, accounts receivable and forecasts (using Integrated Project Management (IPM) & Project Update Review Service(PURS)) as well as completing the Net Revenue Forecasting (NRF) Tool. There will be a strong focus on this responsibility.
• Perform billable work as a PM and/or Project Independent Reviewer (PIR) for projects, a project sponsor or fulfill another function as appropriate based on experience, with a utilization target of 65%.
• Actively and positively advocate for compliance with Stantec practices (i.e. Pipeline, project setup, change management, HSSE, quality and record keeping), and following the Project Management Framework.
• Support emerging PMs within the BC to access and complete the necessary training to become an approved PM.
• Lead monthly PM calls that build the BC 1235 PM community with recurring agenda items and focused topics that may include guest speakers.
• Support the PML in training sessions and workshops, e.g. Risk and Contract management, Oracle dashboard, IPM and PURS, change management and other critical activities.
• Provide PMs with earned value management support when needed.

Requirements

• Passion for excellence, continuous improvement, and professional PM, as well as demonstrated ability to create, foster and lead a team.
• Ability to travel to other Stantec offices within the BC – preference may be given to candidates who are located within the BC.
• Strong experience in organizing, planning, and executing projects from pursuit through closeout, involving internal personnel, contractors, and vendors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills to effectively work and collaborate with BC project managers.
• Bachelor’s Degree in business or a technical discipline with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Problemsolving skills, including the ability to identify when a project is in trouble (e.g., deviations from baseline scope, schedule, or budget) and provide guidance on mitigation measures or corrective action to address the problem.
• Understanding of Stantec PM Framework and Project Risk Review Practice.
• Recent experience managing projects, including the development of scope, schedule, and budget, and the subsequent monitoring of cost and schedule. Preference will be for candidates with experience managing high value projects.
• Familiarity with Stantec Environmental Services Line service offerings and client base is preferred.
• Understanding of Stantec financial methods, procedures, and policies, particularly earned value management.
• Ability to advocate for change and deliver positive impact through influence.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification as asset.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance