Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical

Stantec Inc.•Chandler, AZ

36d

About The Position

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec. Your Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, fast-paced design projects at the forefront of mission critical technology. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, consultants, engineers, architects, and internal leadership. This role is central to delivering resilient, highly integrated data center facilities and offers significant opportunity for long-term career growth within the firm.

Requirements

Experience with mission critical and data center facilities, including projects valued at $30M or more
Ability to perform well under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet fast-paced deadlines
Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Proficiency in financial tracking and project administration
Proven success coordinating with contractors, design teams, consultants, and stakeholders
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Revit
Successful track record leading multidisciplinary teams
Excellent communication, public speaking, and networking abilities
Strong technical writing, analytical, and critical-thinking skills
Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
15+ years of experience leading complex, large-scale building projects.
5+ years of project management experience.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification preferred
Ability to obtain security clearance

Responsibilities

Lead planning, forecasting, and organization of multidisciplinary project teams for design, production, and document delivery
Manage the design of robust, resilient mission critical and data center facilities, ensuring reliability and operational continuity
Execute projects in accordance with Page and Owner protocols and procedures
Identify and resolve design and construction challenges quickly and effectively
Serve as a primary client contact, developing and maintaining strong relationships
Coordinate with consultants, internal team members, contractors, and client representatives throughout the project lifecycle
Mentor and guide project team members to support professional growth and project success
Participate in fee development, proposal preparation, and scope definition
Monitor project budgets, codes, jurisdictional requirements, and approval processes
Oversee financial tracking, administrative tasks, and project documentation
Champion quality control and ensure consistency across all project phases
Represent the firm confidently in meetings, presentations, and public settings
Travel occasionally within the United States for site visits and client or team coordination.

Benefits

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).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

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