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Opportunity
Our Environmental Services group seeks an experienced environmental sciences or environmental engineering practitioner to serve as Business Development Professional and Senior Project Manager across the Mountain Region (11 states in the Western US). Stantec is expanding in mine planning, critical minerals development, and mine closure, and we need a leader to transition from a trusted advisor in the US West into a comprehensive service provider nationwide.
Key Responsibilities
- Help set the vision and lead the expansion of our mining business in the western United States.
- Support the achievement of continued regional growth for the Mining Sector.
- Manage and grow multiple key client accounts within the Mining sector.
- Develop and maintain a broad range of client relationships throughout the sector.
- Identify, pursue, and lead business development opportunities consistent with the strategic plan.
- Drive revenue growth opportunities for the entire range of Stantec services and champion an integrated services approach.
- Work with regional business leaders, growth leaders, technical leaders, sector leaders, and other business developers to achieve business performance targets.
- Support the growth of a high‑performance team, including recruitment and retention of subject matter experts, project managers, and other account managers.
- Identify trends and develop a long‑term view of the sector market and key client account base.
- Develop and implement “win” strategies, including client contact, proposal preparation, and participation in client interviews.
- Support setting the vision and executing the implementation of our mining sector strategic plan.
- Innovate and enhance our capabilities, geographic footprint, and integrated approach.
- Use critical thinking and business sense to make collaborative decisions in situations involving varying levels of risk and ambiguity.
- Guide the permitting and planning process and oversee all aspects of a variety of mining‑related projects, including client contact, budget control, invoicing, schedule, personnel allocation, public interest facilitation, technical approach, and subcontractor management.
- Mentor and develop staff in technical practices, regulatory strategy, and project management efforts.
- Coordinate with clients, regulatory/resource agencies, and local governments.
- Manage technical studies and ecological resource assessments for mining projects such as traffic analyses, air & noise analyses, socioeconomic analyses, wetland delineations, habitat assessments, and other natural resource surveys.
- Manage permitting/compliance projects and oversee research, environmental analyses, and technical reports under NEPA or other federal, state, and local requirements.
- Provide quality assurance and quality control for all final products to ensure technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Work with other business lines within Stantec to build integrated service delivery for projects.
- Attract and retain staff to secure and deliver sector‑specific expertise and client relationship growth.
- Provide effective leadership, marketing direction, and guidance to a team dedicated to growing our western US teams.
- Drive Stantec’s Safer Together culture, prioritizing employee health and safety.
- Demonstrate commitment to the code of business conduct and ethics policies.
- Exemplify integrity by treating others fairly, honestly, and respectfully.
- Embrace diversity and promote cross‑cultural understanding, fairness, and inclusion throughout the organization and with clients.
Capabilities and Credentials
- Strong project management and business development skills with significant experience building and maintaining productive relationships with mining clients.
- Client account and top‑line management experience at a scale of >$5M net revenue per year.
- Strong understanding and experience within the mining sector.
- Solid reputation and high level of personal and professional credibility based on in‑depth experience and successful client outcomes.
- Substantial experience in environmental consulting and a solid background serving the needs of mining clients.
- Team player capable of both leading and supporting projects and initiatives in a collaborative environment.
- Technical skills to understand mining client’s key needs and formulate solutions.
- Willingness and ability to travel as required, adhering to safety protocols.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Key Performance Indicators
- Achieve annual HSE targets.
- Drive and achieve budgeted sales and net revenue for the Mountain Region in the Mining Sector.
- Meet budgeted sales and net revenue with assigned key account(s).
- Recruit and retain sector‑specific strategic hires.
- Maintain a target utilization of 50 % as principal‑in‑charge of key projects.
- Demonstrate collaboration across Stantec based on feedback from internal colleagues.
Education and Experience
- Minimum of 15 years of experience, including at least 5 years in a consulting role within the mining sector.
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, or a related field. Advanced degrees and professional registration are strongly preferred.
Location
Primary location: United States | CO | Denver
Other locations: United States | AK | Anchorage
Pay Range
- MN, OH, VT, & various CA, ME, NY, VA: $128,600.00 – $192,900.00 Annually
- CO, HI, IL, MD & various CA, NJ, VA: $141,500.00 – $212,200.00 Annually
- WA, DC & various CA, MA, VA: $151,700.00 – $227,600.00 Annually
Benefits Summary
Regular full‑time and part‑time employees receive medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health‑saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, AD&D insurance, disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave. Employees receive ten paid holidays annually and accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year, with paid sick leave in accordance with state and local law. Temporary or casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave per applicable law. Benefits may differ for union positions as governed by collective bargaining agreements.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits 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. Stantec is committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
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