Project Delivery Lead

Project Delivery Lead - ( 250000XR )

**Description**

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always **design with community in mind.**

We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

**About the role**:
Due to ongoing success and additional work from the Hastings District Council Professional Services Panel Contract, we need a Project Delivery Lead who will ensure delivery of the programme in a timely manner, on budget and to the desired high-quality standards. All this whilst developing strong client relationships within Hastings District Council

Day to day tasks would involve:

- Collaboration in building long term relationships within Stantec and Hastings District Council
- In conjunction with the team leads, ensure that the team has appropriate skills and experience for current and future projects
- Assist with workload forecasting and resource planning
- Liaise regularly with project managers and project technical leads to provide updates to Hastings District Council, highlighting any known delivery risks to projects and the overall programme
- Ensure that project outcomes meet or exceed the client’s expectations, whilst being realistic with delivery times and budgets.
- Develop and mentor staff in key delivery processes and procedures.
- Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

- Understand the different phases of projects and be able to make informed quality business decisions.
- Be a good role model for the team and motivate employees to perform to high standards.
- Around 7 years’ experience in Engineering or Project Management with good client relationship development or project delivery skills.

**What we offer**

The opportunity to work in the Hawkes’ Bay area where you can forget about rush hour traffic, the weekends are relaxing, and property is still affordable. Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing:

- Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts
- Learning and Talent Development Programs including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
- Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
- Professional Memberships
- Health Insurance - Income Continuance Insurance (ICI) - Life Insurance
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employee Assistance Program

**About us**

Stantec unites about 30,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. Therefore, it is no wonder we have got community on our mind because we are a part of it. When we take on a water, transport or infrastructure project we see more than a resource. We see an opportunity to make lasting connections with the people and places where we live and work. So, when you join us, you become part of the team with a nearly 200-year history in providing solutions that begin at the intersection of community, creativity and client relationships.

Applications close Friday 28 March 2025

For further information or a job description, please contact Margaret McMeel on 64 9 580 4502 or 64 27 544 2930

**Qualifications**


**Primary Location** : New Zealand-Hawkes Bay-Hastings

**Organization** : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand

**Employee Status** : Regular

**Job Level** : Individual Contributor

**Travel** : No

**Schedule** : Full-time

**Job Posting** : Mar 9, 2025, 4:18:04 PM

**Req ID**: 250000XR

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