Deputy Director

When you care deeply about the work you do, it’s rewarding to see it through from concept to completion. We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward. From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, we've successfully managed thousands of projects.

Joining our team, turning visionary ideas into reality, will shape your future—and the future of your community.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Deputy Director to support the delivery of a multi-year airport redevelopment program, shaping the future of aviation infrastructure in Texas.

The position ensures project goals for safety, quality, cost, schedule and efficient commissioning are met, administers the owner’s construction-related contracts, and coordinates project delivery with internal and external stakeholders.

By managing capital programs as if they were our own, our program managers and technical experts work with clients to strategize, plan, and implement projects that help them achieve their organization’s objectives.

Your Key Responsibilities

• In coordination with the Program Managers, develop and implement the Program Construction Management plan and related processes and procedures.
• Oversee assigned Resident Engineers (RE) in performance of their duties with emphasis on integrated project delivery in accordance with scope, schedule, quality, and budget.
• Support the overall interface of program components in support of successful delivery of the program.
• Manage staffing levels and staffing needs in support of the RE(s) and provide necessary resources in support of overall program delivery.
• Provide overall monitoring and reporting on safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance of construction contractors.
• Engage contractor leadership and management as needed to address issues and concerns affecting delivery in a collaborative manner.
• Interface with program staff, assigned operations personnel, construction contractors and vendors supporting construction activities.
• Participate in the design review process of projects, including constructability reviews and sequencing analysis of project alternatives.
• Support day-to-day administration of construction contracts.
• Participate in final inspection and issuance of certificates of completion.
• Oversee the construction change management process and lead resolution of contract claims.
• Coordinate with Public Outreach, Real Estate, Permitting, Controls, and other functions as necessary.
• Respond to work delays, emergencies, and other project disruptions.
• Work in a manner to ensure personal safety and that of fellow employees by following program and company health and safety guidelines and policies and supporting contractor health and safety performance.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience on infrastructure projects in a Construction Management or Owner’s Representative role overseeing construction progress, site management, permitting requirements, code compliance and local regulations, conformance with plans and specifications, contractor practices, QC/QA and inspections, commissioning, close-out, and final acceptance.
• Understanding of alternative delivery models such as CM/GC, CMAR, Design-Build, or Progressive Design-Build.
• Familiarity with Kahua, e-Builder or other similar software.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent organization skills and capacity to handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new priorities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to exceptional client service.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and positive business relationships.
• Effective problem-solving, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
• The position involves work associated with critical infrastructure and confidential information; therefore, a background check is required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or closely related field required.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• Fifteen or more years of related and relevant work experience; oversight of construction programs valued at $300M or greater preferred.

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.

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.

We are strategizing, planning, and implementing projects that help clients achieve their organization’s objectives. Join our award-winning program management team and bring transformational project solutions to life.

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.

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 | TX | Plano

Organization: 2199 Transpt-US PMCM-Plano TX

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 27/08/2025 03:08:08

Req ID: 1002072

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.