Civil Engineer - Renewable Energy
About the role
The Civil Engineer – Renewable Energy supports the Renewable Energy Team in developing and delivering fit-for-purpose civil designs for permitting or construction—on schedule, within budget, and aligned with project objectives. Working closely with the Project Manager and Technical Leads, the Design Lead coordinates multi-disciplinary inputs (engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance) to ensure an integrated, high-quality design solution. The role includes both hands-on technical contribution and oversight, such as discipline leadership, task leadership on large projects, and QA/QC of deliverables. The Design Lead is responsible for managing scope, schedule, budget, and design quality, including progress reporting and change management.
Responsibilities
- Delivery & Performance
- Deliver design outputs on time, within budget, and in line with project scope
- Monitor progress, forecast performance, and implement corrective actions as needed
- Support development of project budgets and design delivery schedules
- Technical Leadership & Quality
- Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams within a matrix environment
- Ensure all outputs meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements, supported by effective review processes
- Contribute directly to technical deliverables and provide QA/QC oversight
- Apply sound judgment to resolve complex technical challenges
- Planning & Coordination
- Define technical delivery approach, resource needs, and execution plans
- Carefully coordinate design interfaces with procurement, construction, and commissioning teams
- Manage design changes and maintain alignment with scope and stakeholder expectations
- Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders and present technical outcomes
- Review & Governance
- Coordinate internal and external design reviews, including schedules and deliverables
- Ensure alignment with organizational quality, safety, and project management standards
- Identify risks and manage them through established systems and processes
- Team & Business Support
- Mentor and support technical staff development
- Contribute to proposals, bids, and client-facing materials
- Support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications
- Strong knowledge of civil systems means and methods, materials, and industry standards
- Ability to lead one or more teams through all phases of project document production
- Checks the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manages time to meet project budget and schedule
- Participates and collaborates in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought
- Advanced understanding of civil engineering concepts and ability to communicate ideas to others
- Strong presentation and interview skills
- Adequate communication and teamwork skills
- Efficient project management of multiple concurrent projects
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant design software, which may include AutoCAD Civil3D, GIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, WaterCAD, and PondPack
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering
- Licensed Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain within 6 months
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account
- 401(k) plan
- Employee stock purchase program
- Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
- Short-term/long-term disability plans
- Emergency travel benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional membership fee coverage
- Paid family leave
Stantec Commitment
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