Stantec
Project Manager – Thermal Generation
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Project Manager – Thermal Generation
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About Stantec At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world.
Your Opportunity We are seeking a Project Manager for our Energy & Resources business line to lead multi‑discipline project teams in the execution of thermal generation projects. The project scope will be for either Owner’s Engineer or Detailed Engineering/Design services for simple cycle, combined cycle, or repowering projects.
In this role, you will support our culture of internal and external client service, build our strength in understanding and anticipating client needs and expectations, execute strategies to advance the client’s project objectives and manage risk, establish priorities, promote alignment within the project team, and resolve emergent problems.
As the selected Project Manager, you will serve as a “seller‑doer” in assisting in business development, and then lead projects to successful completion. Projects are in North America, and this role is instrumental in leading the energy transition projects across the continent.
Your Key Responsibilities
Provide project management expertise to our team.
Manage energy projects/programs.
Support and contribute to our Project Management best practices and methodology in alignment with our Project Management Frameworks and our culture of excellence.
Coordinate with leadership, discipline leads, inter‑discipline teams, high‑value engineering centers, clients, regulatory entities, vendors and subcontractors.
Coordinate with leadership to ensure alignment and consistency of project execution.
Contribute to client satisfaction by building a culture of excellence and accountability within the Project Management community; support client relationship management efforts by coaching and mentoring staff.
Practice effective business discipline across our business line to ensure proactive monitoring and project‑management related to resources, schedule, budget, and quality.
Identify and resolve project execution gaps (people, processes, and systems) in collaboration with leadership.
Provide accurate feedback and develop action plans to implement lessons learned, opportunities for improvement and industry best practices.
Support BC Leadership in resource management processes, recruitment, succession planning, and coaching/mentoring for PMs and Project Leaders.
Lead or support proposals as required.
Support mentorship and development of junior staff.
Achieve utilization target as agreed annually.
Qualifications
Engineering design and construction experience with power plant projects.
Expertise in project management including team leadership, resource management, scheduling, project controls, reporting and document controls.
Strong leader and team player, collaborator, and communicator with strong interpersonal skills and experience in managing a team.
Project‑management experience in leading projects utilizing various delivery models such as EPC (Engineer‑Procure‑Construct), DBB (Design‑Bid‑Build), ECI (Early Contractor Involvement) etc.
Knowledge of multi‑discipline engineering services related to energy projects.
Experience in business development, proposal, and budget development.
Demonstrated leadership competencies.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work across multiple offices and geographies.
Problem‑solving skills, including the ability to identify when a project is in trouble (e.g., deviations from baseline scope, schedule, or budget) and ability to take corrective action to address the problem.
Ability to travel to US and Canadian offices and client sites, as required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, organisational skills and aptitude for problem solving.
Proficient in the Microsoft 365 platform including Teams and SharePoint with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel would be beneficial.
Must have a good driving record and a valid Driver’s License.
Prior to employment, this position may require successful passing of a drug and alcohol screen.
Education and Experience
B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering disciplines, or related fields.
Minimum of 15 years of experience working on power generation projects, as Owner’s Engineer projects (all phases – development through construction) and/or detailed engineering/design projects.
Minimum 5 years of experience in business development, and/or as a “seller‑doer.”
Registration as a Professional Engineer is preferred, but not required.
Position will primarily work in an office setting.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.
Pay Range
Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas – $107,100.00 – $160,700.00 Annually
Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – $117,800.00 – $176,800.00 Annually
Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas – $126,400.00 – $189,600.00 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 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; 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 be 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.
Location and Employment Details Primary Location: United States, TX, Houston
Organization: 2057 Energy‑US Coastal‑Houston TX
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 17/11/2025 01:11:03
Req ID: 1003011
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits 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. Stantec is 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.
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Project Manager – Thermal Generation
role at
Stantec .
About Stantec At Stantec, we know the work we do matters. From decarbonizing mines to modernizing electric grids and building the infrastructure that fuels communities, we’re powering the world.
Your Opportunity We are seeking a Project Manager for our Energy & Resources business line to lead multi‑discipline project teams in the execution of thermal generation projects. The project scope will be for either Owner’s Engineer or Detailed Engineering/Design services for simple cycle, combined cycle, or repowering projects.
In this role, you will support our culture of internal and external client service, build our strength in understanding and anticipating client needs and expectations, execute strategies to advance the client’s project objectives and manage risk, establish priorities, promote alignment within the project team, and resolve emergent problems.
As the selected Project Manager, you will serve as a “seller‑doer” in assisting in business development, and then lead projects to successful completion. Projects are in North America, and this role is instrumental in leading the energy transition projects across the continent.
Your Key Responsibilities
Provide project management expertise to our team.
Manage energy projects/programs.
Support and contribute to our Project Management best practices and methodology in alignment with our Project Management Frameworks and our culture of excellence.
Coordinate with leadership, discipline leads, inter‑discipline teams, high‑value engineering centers, clients, regulatory entities, vendors and subcontractors.
Coordinate with leadership to ensure alignment and consistency of project execution.
Contribute to client satisfaction by building a culture of excellence and accountability within the Project Management community; support client relationship management efforts by coaching and mentoring staff.
Practice effective business discipline across our business line to ensure proactive monitoring and project‑management related to resources, schedule, budget, and quality.
Identify and resolve project execution gaps (people, processes, and systems) in collaboration with leadership.
Provide accurate feedback and develop action plans to implement lessons learned, opportunities for improvement and industry best practices.
Support BC Leadership in resource management processes, recruitment, succession planning, and coaching/mentoring for PMs and Project Leaders.
Lead or support proposals as required.
Support mentorship and development of junior staff.
Achieve utilization target as agreed annually.
Qualifications
Engineering design and construction experience with power plant projects.
Expertise in project management including team leadership, resource management, scheduling, project controls, reporting and document controls.
Strong leader and team player, collaborator, and communicator with strong interpersonal skills and experience in managing a team.
Project‑management experience in leading projects utilizing various delivery models such as EPC (Engineer‑Procure‑Construct), DBB (Design‑Bid‑Build), ECI (Early Contractor Involvement) etc.
Knowledge of multi‑discipline engineering services related to energy projects.
Experience in business development, proposal, and budget development.
Demonstrated leadership competencies.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work across multiple offices and geographies.
Problem‑solving skills, including the ability to identify when a project is in trouble (e.g., deviations from baseline scope, schedule, or budget) and ability to take corrective action to address the problem.
Ability to travel to US and Canadian offices and client sites, as required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, organisational skills and aptitude for problem solving.
Proficient in the Microsoft 365 platform including Teams and SharePoint with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel would be beneficial.
Must have a good driving record and a valid Driver’s License.
Prior to employment, this position may require successful passing of a drug and alcohol screen.
Education and Experience
B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering disciplines, or related fields.
Minimum of 15 years of experience working on power generation projects, as Owner’s Engineer projects (all phases – development through construction) and/or detailed engineering/design projects.
Minimum 5 years of experience in business development, and/or as a “seller‑doer.”
Registration as a Professional Engineer is preferred, but not required.
Position will primarily work in an office setting.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.
Pay Range
Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas – $107,100.00 – $160,700.00 Annually
Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas – $117,800.00 – $176,800.00 Annually
Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas – $126,400.00 – $189,600.00 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 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; 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 be 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.
Location and Employment Details Primary Location: United States, TX, Houston
Organization: 2057 Energy‑US Coastal‑Houston TX
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 17/11/2025 01:11:03
Req ID: 1003011
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits 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. Stantec is 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.
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