Practice Lead - Digital Engineering - ( 2500019N )
Description
Practice Lead - Digital Engineering
About the role
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.
Stantec is seeking a strong and experienced Practice Leader – Digital Engineering to provide technical leadership across the Water NZ Business Centre. In this role, you will drive efficiency, consistency, and elevate the standard of our Digital Engineering practices. You will collaborate with leadership teams to share best practices and promote innovation in the digital engineering field.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the implementation of Digital Engineering strategies across Water NZ.
* Provide leadership on key projects and strategic pursuits.
* Mentor and coach Digital Engineering practitioners, driving skill development and growth objectives.
* Work with project teams to ensure appropriate resourcing and technical expertise.
* Share best practices across Water NZ and collaborate with other business lines.
* Support the development and adoption of guidelines, standards, and training materials.
* Champion Stantec as a thought leader through industry events, conferences, and professional associations.
* Help manage business risk by identifying qualified technical reviewers for projects.
* Grow the practice area through client engagement and collaboration with Market Sector Leaders.
What You’ll Bring:
* Recognised technical expert with industry recognition.
* Relevant tertiary qualification - Licensed/chartered status with a relevant national industry body.
* 10-15 years of professional experience in the relevant discipline.
* Strong interpersonal skills for positive client relationships.
* Experience or willingness to present at conferences and industry events.
* Consulting skills to liaise with clients and stakeholders for successful project outcomes.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Leadership skills to support, coach, mentor and motivate employees, and serve as a role model.
* Problem-solving and negotiation skills to resolve queries.
If you're passionate about driving innovation and leadership in Digital Engineering, we encourage you to apply and join a team committed to excellence and growth.
Qualifications
Primary Location : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
Other Locations : New Zealand-Waikato-Hamilton, New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Otago-Dunedin, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
Organization : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Manager
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Mar 31, 2025, 6:10:54 AM
Req ID: 2500019N
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