Senior Project Manager blending expertise in environmental planning with business development initiatives at Stantec. Leading projects while supporting growth across sectors in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Lead and support business development activities across multiple sectors, including opportunity identification, client engagement, and pursuit strategy development.
Contribute to go/no-go decisions, proposal development, and interview preparation, including technical approaches, scope development, and resourcing strategies.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, approval agencies, Indigenous communities, and industry partners.
Collaborate with BC leadership, growth leaders, and project managers to align growth efforts with regional and business center strategies.
Represent Stantec externally through industry organizations, conferences, and client-facing events.
Serve as a senior project manager on assigned projects, providing technical leadership and oversight.
Support project teams through planning, permitting, regulatory approvals, and stakeholder engagement.
Mentor and support intermediate and junior staff, contributing to technical excellence and professional development.
Perform billable project work consistent with experience, with an expected utilization target of 50%.
Uphold and enhance Stantec’s reputation as a trusted advisor and high-quality service provider.
Work collaboratively with BC leadership and Team Leads to support staff development, mentorship, and retention.
Provide informal coaching and guidance to project managers and technical staff as needed.
Contribute to continuous improvement of processes, tools, and best practices related to planning and business development.
Requirements
Demonstrated experience in environmental planning, including regulatory and permitting processes, across multiple jurisdictions.
Proven ability to support business development activities, including client engagement, proposal development, and pursuit strategies.
Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, regulators, Indigenous groups, and internal teams.
Experience managing or contributing to complex, multidisciplinary projects.
Ability to influence, build consensus, and drive positive outcomes.
Willingness to travel as required to support projects and business development activities.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental sciences, planning, geography, or a related discipline.
A minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in environmental planning, consulting, or a related field.
Familiarity with Stantec’s Environmental Services offerings and client base is considered an asset.
Professional designation (e.g., P.Eng., RPP, RPBio, PAg, PMP) is considered an asset.
Benefits
health, dental, and vision plans
wellness program
health care spending account
wellness spending account
group registered retirement savings plan
employee stock purchase program
group tax-free savings account
life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
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