Digital Practice Lead

Description

• Forward Looking - Conduct comprehensive market research to identify trends, demands, and opportunities in the digital landscape within a consulting organization. Analyze competitor strategies and market dynamics to inform digital initiatives and maintain a competitive edge.
• Undertake feasibility studies to determine the practicality and potential success of proposed digital initiatives.
• Ensure that digital governance, security, and privacy are maintained to the highest standards. Establish a robust framework to oversee the full lifecycle of digital transformation initiatives. Implement procedures and controls to ensure that projects are executed according to plan, risks are managed effectively, and compliance with industry standards is maintained.
• Leadership, Facilitation and Collaboration - Build and nurture strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including other BOU Digital Practice Leaders, as well as external partners. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to drive digital initiatives forward, ensuring alignment and synergy across the organization. Works collaboratively with leaders, aligning technology focus, standards, and security requirements. Fosters collaboration across BOUs and contribute to organizational advancement through corporate initiatives.
• Lead and manage the organizational change necessary to embed digital capabilities within the BOU’s operational DNA. This includes the design and implementation of training and development initiatives aimed at upskilling employees and fostering a culture of digital fluency and agility.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the performance of digital initiatives to ensure they meet expected outcomes and deliver a positive ROI. Adjust strategies as needed to optimize results and demonstrate the value added to the organization.
• Leverage digital tools and technologies to improve customer engagement, satisfaction, and loyalty. Focus on creating seamless and personalized experiences across all digital touchpoints, thereby strengthening the relationship between the organization and its clients.
• Assess the economic impact of digital initiatives, ensuring they align with the organization's financial goals and deliver measurable ROI. This includes the development of business cases, budgeting, cost recovery models and performance tracking to ensure that digital investments are justified and yield tangible benefits.
• Regularly assess and adjust this strategy to ensure its continued relevance and effectiveness within the evolving digital environment. This involves continuous evaluation and adaptation to ensure the strategy remains relevant and effective in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
• Change Management - Work with the key stakeholders across the BOU to identify and set standards for Digital Products/Assets/Solutions. Maintain an inventory of such Digital Products/Assets/Solutions that is regularly updated and communicated across the BOU and Stantec.
• Develop a robust digital strategy for the Business Operating Unit (BOU) that aligns with the overarching goals of the organization. Utilize advanced data analytics to inform strategic decisions, optimize business processes, and drive innovation.

Requirements

• Technical certifications relevant to the position.
• Capable of developing and managing digital budgets and resources, tracking and reporting on the performance of digital Products/Asset/Solutions and initiatives, and ensuring the highest standards in digital governance, cybersecurity, and compliance. Skilled in evaluating market trends and competitor strategies to identify opportunities for setting standards, revenue growth, cost recovery and cost reduction, leveraging insights to drive competitive advantage and enhance the value proposition for both the BOU and its clients.
• Specialized experience in successfully implementing enterprise-wide digital practice projects of strategic significance.
• Digital background in the AEC industry - Experience at working with the business to identify and set standards within the AEC industry.
• Equipped with a forward-thinking mindset and a hands-on approach to digital innovation, the ideal candidate will have practical experience in developing and implementing Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence technology strategies for the BOU to future proof the business.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively at all levels in the organization. Functional understanding of project delivery digital tools and IT security requirements within Stantec, ensuring compliance with requests.
• Exceptional project management capabilities, enabling the successful delivery of complex projects of strategic significance. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to independently prioritize tasks and manage multiple priorities effectively within a collective Digital Practice team.
• Adept at providing exceptional leadership with the ability to inspire and guide teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and drive organizational change. Skilled in critical and strategic thinking, managing significant organizational change, addressing resistance, and fostering stakeholder buy-in. Proven track record in digital strategy development and implementation, with a leadership role in directing these efforts.
• Over 7 years of professional experience. AEC industry experience strongly preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance