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Your Opportunity
Stantec has a vibrant and dynamic environment with unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. Our multidisciplinary Northern team is looking for an energetic Civil Engineering Team Lead to manage our growing practice in the Northwest Territories. Through example and assistance, provide leadership, resource coordination, fiscal management and technical guidance for Stantec’s civil engineering group that is based in the NWT. In the Territories, northern traditions mix with the everyday lifestyles of modern Canadians from all cultures and backgrounds. The result is a unique sense of place that both welcomes newcomers and embraces new ideas. Whether you’re interested in an adventure filled with fishing, hunting, skiing, biking, hiking or snowmobiling, or just looking to experience life in a beautiful, small urban centre, Yellowknife could be the place for you. Up here, work-life balance truly exists. Build your career AND enjoy your life!
Your Key Responsibilities
As a Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery of municipal and territorial water, sewer, transportation infrastructure, and land development/site servicing projects for clients across the NWT.
Directing and providing hands-on management of planning and feasibility studies, pre-design and detailed design assignments for public and private sector clients.
Managing northern team staff and multi-disciplined project teams; leading them with municipal road works, municipal infrastructure including sewage lagoons, solid waste facilities, water, wastewater and storm water conveyance and pump stations.
Financial management of projects including budget forecasting, resource management, change-order management, and client invoicing.
Developing proposals, budgets and schedules, and on-going business development and liaison with clients.
Collaborating with other Team Leaders and Project Managers to identify staffing, equipment, and training requirements.
Acquire, release and manage staff (civil) appropriate for the technical services being offered and for the economics of the business environment.
Manage the time allocations of the civil staff to project work, setting priorities as appropriate.
Ensure that civil engineering work is in compliance with Stantec’s Health & Safety policies, Project Management Framework and compliance requirements for ISO 9001 Certification.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Experience practicing civil engineering for transportation, water and municipal projects.
Knowledge of civil engineering, contracting practices, project management and consulting services business.
Working knowledge of relevant municipal infrastructure (water, sewer, storm systems) and roadways.
Proven project management experience.
Have a sound understanding of the project economics associated with consulting engineering work and operate a group that is responsive and profitable.
Experience in the north and with permafrost.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to develop solid business relationships.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Valid driver’s license.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution.
P.Eng. or eligible for registration as P.Eng. with the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists.
Preferred a minimum of 8 years of related work experience. Typical office environment working with computers and sitting at a desk. Limited field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
Primary Location: Canada | NT | Yellowknife
Organization: BC-1449 Buildings-CA North
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 17/06/2025 12:06:47
Req ID: REQ250001E8
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