Digital Practice Leader, Energy & Resources

Stantec•Denver, CO

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Digital Practice Leader (DPL) advances and optimizes the Energy & Resources Business Operating Unit’s use of technology in the design, delivery, and execution of work. The role guides digital transformation by introducing applied technology, process changes, and automation to improve efficiency, customer experience, and business outcomes. The DPL establishes the BOU’s technology strategy, collaborates with the innovation office and IT, oversees digital practice experts, and influences digital practitioners working in business optimization, digital delivery, solution development, and client-delivery support. The role also partners with other leaders to advance technology and project delivery processes. The DPL assesses the technical, operational, and economic factors affecting digital initiatives; develops business cases and budgets; tracks performance and return on investment; and adjusts strategies to improve results. The role builds relationships with stakeholders and external partners, facilitates cross-functional collaboration, and develops a digital strategy aligned with organizational goals. It uses data analytics to guide decisions and ensures digital governance, security, privacy, risk management, and industry compliance. The position works with stakeholders to establish standards for digital products, assets, and solutions and maintains an inventory of these resources. It leads organizational change, including training and development to build digital fluency and agility. The DPL monitors market trends, competitor strategies, and opportunities in the consulting and AEC digital landscape, and conducts feasibility studies for proposed initiatives. It also applies digital tools and technologies to improve client engagement and experience. The role may be based at any Energy & Resources office location in North America and requires regular in-office presence in support of the flexible work practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of practice.
Over 7 years of professional experience.
Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of AEC digital technologies, including cloud computing, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.
Ability to align digital initiatives with the BOU’s long-term goals and industry trends.
Leadership skills, including guiding teams, managing stakeholder expectations, and driving organizational change.
Strategic and critical-thinking skills, including managing organizational change, addressing resistance, and fostering stakeholder buy-in.
Track record in developing and implementing digital strategy in a leadership role.
Ability to develop and manage digital budgets and resources, track and report performance of digital products, assets, solutions, and initiatives, and ensure digital governance, cybersecurity, and compliance.
Ability to evaluate market trends and competitor strategies and identify opportunities related to standards, revenue growth, cost recovery, and cost reduction.
Project management capabilities for delivering complex projects of strategic significance.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, oral communication, and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize independently and manage multiple priorities within a collective Digital Practice team.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization.
Functional understanding of project-delivery digital tools and Stantec IT security requirements.
Practical experience developing and implementing Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence technology strategies for a BOU.

Nice To Haves

AEC industry experience.
Technical certifications relevant to the position.
Specialized experience successfully implementing enterprise-wide digital practice projects of strategic significance.

Responsibilities

Assess technical, operational, and economic factors to identify constraints and risks associated with digital tools and technologies.
Evaluate the economic impact of digital initiatives and align them with financial goals, including developing business cases, budgets, cost-recovery models, and performance tracking.
Monitor digital initiatives’ performance, assess return on investment, and adjust strategies to optimize results.
Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, and facilitate cross-functional collaboration.
Develop a digital strategy for the BOU aligned with organizational goals and industry trends.
Use data analytics to inform strategic decisions, optimize business processes, and drive innovation.
Ensure digital governance, security, privacy, and compliance with industry standards.
Establish oversight of the full lifecycle of digital transformation initiatives and implement project procedures and controls.
Work with BOU stakeholders to define standards for digital products, assets, and solutions, and maintain and communicate an updated inventory.
Lead organizational change to embed digital capabilities, including training and development to upskill employees and foster digital fluency and agility.
Research digital-market trends, demands, opportunities, competitor strategies, and market dynamics to inform initiatives and maintain a competitive edge.
Assess and adapt the digital strategy as the digital environment evolves.
Use digital tools and technologies to improve customer engagement, satisfaction, loyalty, and client experiences.
Conduct feasibility studies to assess proposed digital initiatives.