Are you a project leader, looking to play a role in leading complex major projects within a forward-thinking consultancy organisation? Stantec are actively engaged in the design and management of multiple major infrastructure projects across the regulated and non-regulated water sectors. We have a service capability focused purely on supporting clients with the delivery of their major projects. The last few years have seen exciting growth across our Water sector teams - a trend that we expect to continue as we successfully secure positions working with our varied client base across the UK and Ireland. Our achievements are regularly recognised by the industry, including recently being awarded 'Best Place to Work' and 'International Consulting Firm of the Year' at the 2024 New Civil Engineer Awards. Due to our success and growth within the delivery of major projects, including the delivery of complex design and build projects, we are looking to appoint a Project Director to undertake a key leadership role in our water sector business. The role is based in our Newcastle office, with hybrid working allowing for a mix of in-office and home-working. Operating both strategically and tactically you will focus on the management and delivery of large infrastructure projects on behalf of Stantec and our clients. You will develop a clear understanding of the broader context of our client organisations, the various changes being undertaken beyond the project and align the project approach, impact and timing with a focus on outcome driven decision making. You will provide leadership, direction, guidance, constructive challenge and coaching to Project Managers and the broader project team in relation to project approach, activities, risks, issues and general management, whilst fostering an environment where team members can develop. This represents a great opportunity to join a part of our business with huge growth potential. This opportunity will appeal to your entrepreneurial spirit, presenting you with the continuous opportunity to drive improvements and best practice. Our UK & Ireland operations continue to grow at an impressive pace. This will be a great time to join and help build a mature project delivery offering. About You You are a seasoned project leader with a proven track record in delivering major infrastructure projects within the water sector. You will hold qualifications in engineering or project management with a deep understanding of large and complex construction issues. You possess strong leadership abilities, with the ability to inspire others to perform at their highest level. You are passionate about promoting and advocating project management best practice, with a track record of developing innovative new services and driving efficient methods. Finally, you possess strong commercial acumen in ensuring short- and long-term financial performance objectives are achieved. Our Major Projects team operate across multiple sectors but for this specific opportunity you should have experience within project leadership roles within the Water sector. ukwater About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. 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. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply. 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 ReqID: 6271