Senior Project Manager

Stantec•Chicago, IL

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 The Senior 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 Senior Project Manager represents Stantec and is the primary administrator and communications link between Stantec and all project stakeholders. He/she relies on past experience and expertise to manage larger and more complex projects, perform the project management job responsibilities with minimal supervision, and creates a plan to meet the client’s expectations and goals and provides a positive experience. The Senior Project Manager will also act as a mentor and resource to other project managers. Capable of pursuing opportunities and managing all project activities, without oversight or support, on projects with the following characteristics: Any size project Standard to Complex project complexity Standard to Long schedule duration projects Any delivery method (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, Design-Build with Bridging Documents) Projects where Stantec is the Prime consultant, managing multiple subconsultants Proposal preparation, any format Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating contracts; including, AIA and client prepared formats Multi-Phase project design or multi-phase construction Management of Domestic and International Projects

Requirements

Possess comprehensive knowledge of engineering practices within own discipline and basic knowledge of practices and principles of other disciplines
Advanced knowledge of commonly used and accepted design and construction concepts, practices, procedures; including, American Institute of Architects, Construction Specifications Institute, and international Professional Services contracts
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 delegates and utilizes other Stantec staff and productive partners effectively
Demonstrates excellent 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
Demonstrates strong leadership and team-building skills by creating an atmosphere of cooperation and cohesiveness between Stantec teams, the Client, and other Consultants, to foster an environment of success
Maintains a positive, self-motivated, can-do attitude; is adaptable and flexible
Accredited engineering degree or equivalent experience required
7+ years of Project Management experience in a related field
Formal Project Management training (ex. PSMJ PM Bootcamp Training)

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 Operations Leader; 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 a project kick-off meeting involving all members of the project team and related personnel in order to clearly define the objectives, scope, design and schedule of the project
Independently develop a detailed Work Plan for completing the design within the scope of work, project timeline and budget (Business Mindset); identify required precursors from other disciplines in a timely fashion, and track details/data/information/activities for proper project documentation
Direct, coordinate, mentor and support 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 Leader, 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 client approval prior to performing any additional services
Actively participates in cross selling of Stantec services and new project pursuits
Make a personal investment in professional growth and development by seeking ways to expand responsibility, knowledge, and abilities
Create and maintain purpose-built tools that support the Project Management of the projects unique to your Business Unit; including templates and standardized deliverables, to increase overall project quality and efficiency
Develop creative and timely solutions to issues by assessing situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks; identify underlying causes, gather and process relevant information; make clear recommendations and/or decisions for resolution which are timely and in the best interest of the organization
Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to add expanded services to the client in order to add revenue; notify appropriate Stantec personnel of the opportunity; responsible for repeat business due to respect and confidence in the PM from the client
Manage a portfolio with a specific revenue target of $1+ million dollars annually