EOI - Project Manager

Stantec’s Water team in Australia has an impressive portfolio of successful major projects that are already positively impacting our communities across the country. We know that finding solutions to our water issues is critical, and so our diverse network of 400+ water specialists in Australia collaborate across business lines and geographies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved. With exciting projects in the pipeline, we are looking to expand our teams and seek the change-makers, innovators, leaders and collaborators to join us. How will you impact Australia’s water solutions? Grow with us, H2O+U.

Our water group has secured multiple long term framework contracts and significant career defining major projects with key water authority clients across Australia and locally in New South Wales. Due to this, we are seeking Expressions of Interests for Project Managers with a passion and prior experience delivering water infrastructure solutions to join our Water Group based in our Sydney, Wollongong or Newcastle office.

As a Project Manager in our Water Group, you would be responsible for:

· Work closely with our senior team of experienced engineers, design managers and other project managers to continue our excellent project delivery track record.

· Support our senior team of experienced engineers, design managers, and project managers on the delivery of complex water infrastructure projects, while also managing your own projects to build your project management skills and experience.

· Contribute to decision making and challenge how our projects are being delivered.

· Assist in the preparation of bids and proposals.

· Develop strong working relationships with clients by delivering valuable business solutions and understanding the client’s business.

To be successful for this role you will present:

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering.

· Technical understanding of water infrastructure including some or all of the following:

o Water and sewerage networks.

o Water and wastewater treatment plants.

o Water resources projects

o Dams and pumped hydro infrastructure.

· Project Management qualifications/certifications preferred (e.g. Project Management Professional) or working towards the attainment of a recognised qualification / certification. Alternatively demonstrated PM excellence in a consulting environment.

· Strong financial competency, sound business acumen and an understanding of how to control project financials.

· Excellent organisation and time management skills with a strong ability to prioritise tasks and multi-task to ensure deadlines are achieved.

· Proven ability to build and manage relationships with clients to meet their objectives.

· Strong communication and people skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, project teams and stakeholders to build trust, support collaboration and achieve positive project outcomes.

· Ideally experience in leading multidisciplinary teams in a consulting environment.

Stantec offerings

Along with a competitive salary and vibrant culture, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• Professional Memberships
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450+ locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI+, neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

How to apply:

Submit your most recent CV outlining your relevant experience to this position by following the below link.

No Agency CV’s will be accepted.

• Relevant Tertiary Qualifications in an engineering discipline

• PMP Qualifications highly regarded