Senior Project Manager – Technical Lead

Stantec

. Lead planning, design, and delivery of storm and sanitary sewer conveyance and watermain distribution projects .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $119,200 - $250,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management for storm and sanitary sewer conveyance and watermain distribution projects, with a strong focus on engineering design, regulatory compliance, and team leadership. Proficient in developing proposals, managing project scopes, and ensuring quality assurance throughout project lifecycles.

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Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)Project Management Professional (PMP)15 Years Project Management ExperienceComplex Engineering Design for Wastewater Projects2D and 3D CAD Drawing Interpretation

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignProject ManagementMass & Energy BalancesProcess Equipment Sizing CalculationsConveyance System ConstructionWater Infrastructure DesignQuality Assurance and Quality ControlProposal DevelopmentBudget ManagementRegulatory Review

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringTeam DirectionClient Relationship ManagementChange Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Storm SewerSanitary SewerWatermain DistributionUrbanized AreasTrenchless Construction MethodsMicrotunnelingJack and BoreConveyance ProjectsRegulatory ComplianceDesign Basis Documents

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning, design, and delivery of storm and sanitary sewer conveyance and watermain distribution projects
Manage teams of design professionals and technicians
Mentor and supervise staff and develop high-performing project teams
Perform business development and application tasks to increase project wins and develop client relationships
Develop proposals, scopes of work, estimates, and project opportunities
Participate in client meetings, walk-downs, presentations, and business development contacts
Perform quality reviews and coordinate quality assurance and quality control
Assist with project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule management
Perform complex engineering design tasks for wastewater-related projects
Prepare design basis documents, engineering calculations, equipment sizing and selection, BFDs, PFDs, PIDs, engineering reports, and feasibility studies
Assist with design and construction management
Develop project management plans and establish goals and objectives for complex projects
Establish projects to meet budget, schedule, and contractual obligations
Facilitate independent technical reviews
Participate in project permitting with clients, contractors, stakeholders, and agencies
Coordinate regulatory review and seek final approval
Manage multidisciplinary projects of varying complexity
Research regulatory and other project drivers
Assist business leaders with project revenue forecasting
Oversee proposals and scope/level-of-effort development
Make decisions and recommendations under project management governance
Supervise local staff, mentor and coach future leaders, and develop succession plans

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum bachelor’s degree in Engineering in Environmental, Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited university
Minimum 15 years of project management experience in a consulting environment, focused on conveyance and water infrastructure design
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain license within 6 months
Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus
Ability to perform mass & energy balances and process equipment sizing calculations
Ability to coordinate with stress/structural, instrumentation & controls, and electrical engineering disciplines
Understanding of local and regional jurisdictional codes, legal and design requirements
Strong ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D CAD drawings
Understanding of open-cut and trenchless construction methods, including microtunneling, jack and bore, etc., considered an asset
Understanding of water and storm and sanitary sewer rehabilitation, considered an asset
Strong understanding of conveyance system construction elements
Experience designing conveyance projects in urbanized, congested areas
Experience designing water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure 24 inches in diameter and larger
Demonstrated successful leadership experience, including team direction, strategy development, change management, and corporate stewardship
Travel to other offices and project sites may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health savings 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
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays per calendar year
Vacation accrual of 10 to 20 days per year
Paid sick leave
Hybrid work environment with remote flexibility
Bonus eligibility for certain roles