Job Description

Overview This role provides a pathway to expand Stantec’s Federal DoD practice and assume a leadership position for the U.S. Southwest region. As a Senior Project Manager, you will manage and lead the growth of our NAVFAC and USACE delivery and execution hubs in southern California, overseeing projects ranging from $30 million to over a billion dollars in construction value. Key Responsibilities Lead the AE team fee proposal development. Assist the Principal-in-Charge in the negotiation and development of various project agreements/contracts and project delivery types, including but not limited to design-build, design-bid-build, progressive design-build, etc. Contract management. Responsible for delivering quality documents. Developing project‑specific management plans, execution plans, communications plans, design quality control plans, risk management plans, etc. Plan, organize, and direct the work throughout the life of the project to successfully deliver the project to the client. Lead project management and execution, promoting design excellence and sustainability. Responsible for cost‑based, project financial management utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM). Monitor project spending with budget and schedule adherence. Keep the Principal in Charge informed of progress on project expectations, potential issues, deadlines, and deliverables; understand the levels of the decision‑making responsibilities of the role as a Sr. Project Manager. Maintain client relationship. Lead stakeholder meetings and maintain all project records. Lead the client and project team to ensure that the project design meets the client's budget, schedule, program, and design intent. Develop and manage project budget, schedule, and overall work plan to realize target financial performance. Oversee development of building documentation in modeling software such as Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD. Mentor Assistant Project Managers and motivate project teams. Assure that Project Management Framework tasks are timely completed and properly documented. Lead project coordination and owner/site meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner, contractor, and subcontractors. Manage and track change orders, applications for payment by contractors, and other contractual modifications impacting budget and schedule. Work with the Operations Manager in determining project staffing needs and recommending personnel. Directs client invoicing and effectively manages collections. Manage quality control of design, construction documents, and construction administration. Ensure all health, safety, security, and environmental requirements are followed. Leadership and Team Development Uphold Stantec Core Values – We do what is right, we put people first, we are better together, and we are driven to achieve. Keep the Principal informed of progress on project expectations, deadlines, and deliverables. Mentor, motivate, and manage high‑performing, integrated teams. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across disciplines. Business Development Lead and support pursuit efforts, including strategy, proposal development, presentations, and client interviews. Proactive marketing and cross‑selling of company services to obtain new clients/commissions and develop industry relationships. Your Capabilities and Credentials Must be a United States‑registered architect, CA licensure is required. Must be familiar with the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC). Must have DoD project management experience, especially experience with NAVFAC and USACE. Bachelor’s degree in architecture or building engineering. Possess a United States Citizenship per project requirement. Minimum of 15 years of project management experience in both AE Services and Design‑Build projects, including supporting GC construction phases. Knowledge of managing all phases of AE projects, including project delivery methods. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Track record of delivering projects on time and budget. Effectively manages multiple deadlines and priorities. Skilled in facilitating internal and external project team meetings, monitoring, tracking, and controlling outcomes to resolve issues, conflicts, and prioritization. Team player with the client, project team, and partnering contractors. Effective negotiator and communicator. Adaptive and strategic. Strong skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Projects; prefer experience with Revit and BIM management. Ability to travel per project requirement. Typical office environment with project site visits required. Will require project‑related travels – estimated to be 10‑15%. This is a hybrid position. In‑office requirements is minimum 3 days a week. 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. Pay Range: • Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - $111,200.00 – $166,900.00 annually • Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas - $119,300.00 – $179,000.00 annually Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week. Benefits Summary: 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. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements. Primary Location: United States | CA | Los Angeles Organization: 2014 Buildings-US California AID-Los Angeles CA Employee Status: Regular Business Justification: New Position Travel: Yes Schedule: Full time Job Posting: 04/03/2026 08:03:20 Req ID: 1004690 Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Part time, For subcontractor, Casual work, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours, 3 days per week

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