Rail Lead - Burnaby, Canada - Stantec

Stantec

Verified Company

Burnaby, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet.

Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience.

Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Our British Columbia Transportation Team builds better communities through unique and meaningful opportunities that promote and encourage innovation. We are diverse and enthusiastic. We value each other and together we grow our cities, our people, and our business.

Your Opportunity

The role of Rail Lead will work closely with our Rail and Transit Lead, our Business Center Leadership Team as well as our discipline specific Team Leads (Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Major Projects, Construction Administration, CAD, Bridges,).

This is an exciting opportunity to bring forward new ideas, grow the team and build on our business center values of excellence, innovation, and people.

You will be empowered to lead a team of 5 individuals and will ultimately be responsible for the performance and success of our Rail and Transit Team.

This opportunity is ideal for a motivated individual who is a proven leader with direct experience in rail design for the LRTs, SkyTrain and Class 1 Canadian rail sector.

You will be passionate about working with people and have a thorough understanding of Track Design with a focus on the full design and construction lifecycle.

This position will report directly to the Rail and Transit Lead.

Your Key Responsibilities

Work closely with Team Leads as well as the BCOL and BCPL
Build on current momentum and experience so we continue to be seen as experts in this area. Build on award winning project experience to develop an unrivaled team. Look for and pursue growth opportunities in line with business objectives
Assist with the development and implementation of quality management practices
Proactively look for ways to improve design delivery, quality, and efficiency
Responsible for workforce planning and project resourcing
Make recommendations to leadership for training, staff development and software requirements based on industry trends
Develop and maintain relationships with key clients
Facilitate additional relationships from your team with target accounts
Successfully lead new project pursuits to maintain an adequate back log of work for your team
Oversee your team's utilization of Pipeline, Stantec's internal sales software program
Support interdisciplinary and interBC strategic pursuits
Support the annual BC business planning process
Support additional marketing and business development efforts as needed
Participate in regular meetings with team leads and BC leadership
Recruit talent, grow team members and support succession planning
Lead and supervise a team of engineers and technical staff to ensure projects' needs are met in a timely and effective manner
Facilitate goal setting, coaching, and performance review with each of your team members
Stay abreast of industry trends, standards and thought leadership
Promote our strong safety culture, ensure this is at the forefront of our business and lead by example
Actively communicate with your team and be a conduit of information between BC Leadership, Senior Leadership, and the organization
Ensure corporate and BC requirements are met including mandatory training, safety requirements and professional development
Ensure professional requirements from regulatory bodies such as a EGBC and APEGA are consistently followed, and any changes or updates are communicated to the broader team

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Business development and marketing skills required. Ability to lead, motivate, mentor, and develop a team of technical and professional staff
Participates and collaborates in project team settings and engages in creative and critical thought
Comfortable leading a team and supporting individuals' professional development and career growth
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant design software
Demonstrates leadership, sound business principles, excellent communication, and strong people skills.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering
Licensed Professional Engineer or equivalent with a minimum of 10 years of experience

Position will primarily work in an office setting and may require some field work.

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._

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