Project Manager-Mission Critical Facilities

About the role

The MCF (Mission Critical Facilities) Project Manager is directly responsible for the overall successful execution and delivery of the project, both to the Client and Stantec, according to the contract. The Project Manager represents Stantec and is the primary administrator and communications link between Stantec and all project stakeholders. They oversee the planning, implementation and tracking of the project and its specified deliverables to meet the client’s expectations and goals and provide a positive experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive the work on the project; set the priorities, procedures, scope and schedule; publish and coordinate project team member assignments with the Studio Leader and/or Operations Director; obtain resource commitment for all disciplines.
• Manage assigned projects through all stages of the project lifecycle, including, Project Initiation, Project Planning, Project Execution, Project Monitoring & Control, and Project Closure.
• Follow and implement all established company processes and procedures.
• Facilitate project kick-off meetings with all members of the project team and related personnel to clearly communicate the objectives, scope, design and schedule of the project.
• Develop a detailed Work Plan for completing the design within the scope of work, project timeline and budget; identify required precursors from other disciplines in a timely fashion, and track details/data/information/activities for proper project documentation.
• Direct, coordinate and support the members of the project team to meet the objectives of the client and the project profitability goals for Stantec.
• Maintain contractual, business and financial related records for the project; keep the client, Studio Leader, Operations Director, and the Accounting Department informed on the financial status of the project.
• Identify QA/QC requirements for the project and schedule appropriate technical reviews.
• Manage the client’s expectations to a positive outcome; participate in client meetings as required.
• Notify the client of changes in project scope, prepare estimates for additional design fees, issue work authorization to client and obtain approval prior to performing any additional services.
• Actively participate in cross selling of Stantec services and new project pursuits.
• Create and maintain purpose-built tools that support the Project Management of the projects unique to your Business Unit; including templates and standardize deliverables, to increase overall project quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Possess basic knowledge of engineering practices within own discipline and basic knowledge of practices and principles of other disciplines.
• Knowledge of commonly used and accepted design and construction concepts, practices, procedures, codes, and standards.
• Able to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and specifications, technical procedures, and government regulations.
• Communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner; demonstrate strong written, oral, listening, and presentation skills to confidently interact and coordinate both technical and non-technical issues with the internal project team, Client and other Consultants.
• Manages work independently and delegate and utilize other Stantec staff and productive partners effectively.
• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills regarding projects, reports and other commitments; completes assignments in a quality and timely fashion; able to manage multiple priorities concurrently; is punctual and dependable.
• Effectively builds positive morale on the team by inspiring confidence, instilling enthusiasm and cohesiveness, and influencing employees to act.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of engineering practices within own discipline and other disciplines.
• Knowledge of design and construction concepts, practices, procedures, codes, and standards.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and specifications, technical procedures, and government regulations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently.

Benefits

At Stantec, regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 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 and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Pay

Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 111,200.00 - Max Salary $ 166,900.00

Schedule

Full time