Principal Design Manager

Stantec's Water team in Australia has an impressive portfolio of successful major projects that are already positively impacting our communities across the country. We know that finding solutions to our water issues is critical, and so our diverse network of 400+ water specialists in Australia collaborate across business lines and geographies to ensure the best outcomes are achieved.With exciting projects in the pipeline, we are looking to expand our teams and seek the change-makers, innovators, leaders and collaborators to join us. How will you impact Australia's water solutions? Grow with us, H2O+U.

Our Water Division is experiencing significant growth, presenting the opportunity for a Principal Design Manager based in our Brisbane office. This position is crucial for providing technical expertise and to lead technical teams to develop and deliver the most appropriate technical solution for key water and wastewater projects in Queensland.

About the role :

You will plan, program and coordinate studies, investigation, design and construction management projects, as Design Manager or Project Technical Lead, to deliver the agreed outputs on budget, on time and to high quality standards. You will bring technical acumen to the development of solutions that meet our clients needs, driving value into our solutions.

You will also develop strong working relationships with clients by delivering valuable business solutions and understanding the client's business.

A day in the life of a Principal Design Manager looks like :

• Coordinate all multi ‐ disciplinary activities and inputs by the technical team, including specialist inputs, to ensure an integrated technical solution.
• Deliver outputs on time and to an appropriate quality
• Bring a can-do solution-focussed attitude to our projects
• Leading engineering projects and managing internal engineering disciplines as well as subcontractors.
• Support our delivery teams during design and construction, acting in a senior leadership and management role on projects. Develop strong client relationships
• Undertake internal technical reviews and verification checks on all aspects of water and wastewater projects.
• Focus on the development of our water and wastewater project delivery expertise, locally and across the ANZ business.
• Identify opportunities and develop high level relationships with our key utility clients and future water focused clients in line with Stantec business strategies.
• Assist in the pursuit and proposal phase of key business development opportunities
• Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal and ensuring that proposals are prepared to a high standard
• Facilitating design coordination and review meetings with clients and stakeholders, including knowledge of engineering assurance processes and a systems approach to design reviews
• Prepare contract technical specifications, scope of works and technical schedules.

To be successful for this role you'll present :

Tertiary Qualification in relevant Engineering field along with CPEng and RPEQ (or ability to obtain).Atleast 10 years civil or process-mechanical water infrastructure engineering experience – design and construction.Exceptional leadership abilities including managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams.Advanced knowledge of water and wastewater services and the delivery environment.Highly developed problem solving and negotiation skills to resolve disputes that ariseStrong understanding of D&C or alternative delivery projects.Solid report writing with the ability to tell a compelling story.

Stantec offerings

Along with a competitive salary and vibrant culture, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employmentLearning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learningOption to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor othersProfessional MembershipsSalary Continuance Insurance (SCI)Mental Health and Wellbeing ProgramsService Recognition AwardsEmployee Assistance Program

A bout Stantec

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

How to apply :

Submit your most recent CV outlining your relevant experience by following the apply link.

To discuss this opportunity further, please apply directly online.

No Agency CV's will be accepted.

Tertiary Qualification in relevant Engineering field along with CPEng and RPEQ (or ability to obtain).

Atleast 10 years civil or process-mechanical water infrastructure engineering experience – design and construction.

Additional Information

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