About the Role
We're seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineering Leader to join and lead our well-established and expanding Community Development team in Newcastle, Australia. This team is currently engaged in some of Newcastle's most exciting projects across various industries and sectors, working collaboratively with local government, residential developers, rail authorities, education, commercial and industrial clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide leadership to teams to ensure alignment to company vision, strategy, initiatives, and culture.
* Leverage advanced expertise in Geotechnical Engineering to lead the delivery of high-quality, technically sound projects that meet client expectations and Stantec's standards for profitability, scheduling, and quality.
* Expand existing client base, explore new prospects while strengthening relationships with existing clients and exploring new strategic project pursuits in the region.
Day-to-Day Tasks
* Maintain correct staffing level and shape based on current and future workloads for their teams.
* Initiate and manage business development opportunities, establish and maintain strong relationships with clients.
* Prepare and review proposals, variation estimates, and submission documents.
* Participate in projects as Project Manager, Project Technical Leader or other substantive technical or delivery role.
Requirements
* Minimum 10 years' Geotechnical Engineering experience.
* Minimum 5 years' related work, leadership, financial management and consulting experience.
* Broad range of skills covering people management, business development, project delivery and business management.
* Experience in managing teams with direct line management duties.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary.
* Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements.
* Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
* Learning and Talent Development Programs.
* Mentoring for personal development and opportunity to mentor others.
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites over 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.