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Your Opportunity
In this role you will be responsible for the management of a variety of Renewable Energy projects and studies.
Your Key Responsibilities

• Client management, team development, pursuits, and market growth
• Supervision, development, mentorship, and empowerment of engineers, technicians, and designers
• Lead as a technical design expert for renewable energy projects
• Execute and manage complex civil engineering designs and projects for a variety of renewables (solar, wind, battery, etc.) clients.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E. or P.Eng) preferred.
• Experienced in large civil project design functions including, site planning, roads, drainage, grading, utilities, and other municipal and private sector infrastructure.
• Experienced in renewable energy ministerial and non-ministerial permitting processes.
• Experienced in engineering design, construction inspection, contract administration, project management, business development, and client service management.
• Ability to create, suggest, and introduce innovative and effective client solutions and integrated deliverables that are aligned with the Sector business objectives.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Valid Driver's License and good driving record required.

Education and Experience

• Preferred minimum 5 years of relevant experience in project management and/or civil engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.

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.
About Stantec
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.
Pay Range:
• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas-$90,900.00 - $131,800.00 Annually
• Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas-$100,000.00 - $145,000.00 Annually
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. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
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 | IL | Chicago
Other Locations: United States | IN | Indianapolis
Organization: 1903 CommDev-US North Central-Chicago IL
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 22/04/2026 02:04:13
Req ID: 1005514
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