Power Distribution Design Team Lead

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. Our clients come to us with their biggest, most complex challenges because that's where we thrive. And we're looking for problem solvers, high achievers, and visionaries to help us. 

Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world's top design firms while building our clean energy future. 

 

Your Opportunity

We are currently looking for a Distribution Design Team Lead in our Vancouver office. As a technical leader, you will emphasize excellence, work closely with the technical design team on all types of power distribution projects and programs, and provide the necessary leadership required to deliver projects that meet and exceed client expectations.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Understand and ensure that client expectations related to project scope are met and exceeded.
• Establish and maintain positive internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Develop project planning documents and client progress reports.
• Support development of proposals, project cost estimates and project schedules.
• Coordination and/or facilitation of key meetings or review points: project kick-off meetings, IFR/IFC review, constructability review, construction kick-off, etc. and following all action items through to completion.
• Provide proactive project change, risk and stakeholder management support.
• Act as the primary technical interface for the projects and provide advice and guidance to the engineering disciplines.
• Ensure procurement packages are produced in accordance with project cost, schedule and quality requirements.
• Review project documentation and perform Engineer of Record duties (specifications, IFR/IFC drawings, designs, equipment lists, labor estimates, etc.) prior to issue for accuracy, completeness and presentation.
• Apply proactive and effective communication with key stakeholders.
• Apply knowledge and expertise acquired through progressive experience to resolve complex issues where precedent may be limited.
• Construction support activities.
• Site travel is expected, and position will require a valid drivers license.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Registered Professional Engineer or Engineering Licensee.
• Excellent organizational and communication (written and oral) skills are critical for this role.
• Genuine team player who will encourage teamwork with the project team and with other discipline staff.
• Ability to provide strong technical and problem-solving skills.
• In depth knowledge of overhead and underground distribution systems, streetlight design, capital and maintenance projects, and customer new connect projects will be required.
• Responsible for multiple projects, and be able to carry out multiple tasks within each project.
• High level of initiative and ability to complete tasks on schedule and budget.
• Ability to challenge specifications and non-optimal designs and provide value added alternatives.
• Focused on continuous improvement and providing quality services to our customers in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of project management principles and processes.
• Experience in project controls and scheduling is considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry, national, and provincial codes and standards.
• Proficiency with SAP, GIS tools, Bluebeam, AGI 32, Pull Planner.  

Experience & Background:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a technical school diploma/certificate, with a minimum of 7 years' experience
• Registered P.Eng with EGBC is required
• Previous Distribution Design experience with BC Hydro or similar utility within Canada 

Stantec offers a flexible work environment (a hybrid model of working in the office and at home). Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. 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 place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's' talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. The experience will forever shape your future.