Project Manager, Water

Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+U.

Not located in the Chicago Metropolitan Area? Relocation assistance available within the continental U.S.

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s Chicago office is seeking highly qualified and motivated applicants to manage projects in our successful Water business in the Chicago area. You will lead a team of design professionals and technicians to deliver projects involving both planning and design of a wide array of water, wastewater, stormwater and flood control projects.

Does working with clients on great projects, with a talented team of professional’s appeal to you? Apply now and you can join some of the best technical people in the world and work on projects you can be proud of!

Your Key Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for managing and delivering successful projects in the Water business.
• Interact internally throughout the organization with staff at all levels as well as externally with clients, members of business and professional organizations, subcontractors, and other firms.
• Responsible for the management of approved scopes, budgets, and schedules on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Establish project objectives, procedures, and performance standards, and lead multi-disciplinary teams on proposals, plan studies, feasibility through final designs, and construction services.
• Identify appropriate resources and skill sets to achieve project objectives as well as managing contract terms, track and manage costs and schedule and implement measures necessary to stay on schedule and within budget.
• Lead by example proactively following internal policies and practices, including risk management, project management, and quality management.
• Provide mentorship and training for future leaders, including development of succession plans for key positions.
• Develop client relationships to facilitate project activities.
• Travel to other offices as well as to project sites may be required.