Program Controls Delivery Lead

Program Controls Delivery Lead

When you care deeply about the work you do, its rewarding to see it through from concept to completion. We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward. From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, weve successfully managed thousands of projects. Joining our team, turning visionary ideas into reality, will shape your futureand the future of your community. We are strategizing, planning, and implementing projects that help clients achieve their organizations objectives. Join our award-winning program management team and bring transformational project solutions to life.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a highly experienced Program Controls Delivery Lead to oversee program and project controls across complex infrastructure and capital improvement programs. This is a unique opportunity to lead transformative programs that shape communities and infrastructure nationwide. Youll work with a dynamic team of professionals committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainable development.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of project controls systems, tools, and processes across large-scale programs.
• Provide strategic oversight of cost, schedule, risk, and performance metrics for multi-billion-dollar capital programs.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, stakeholders, and project teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in Primavera P6, eBuilder, SharePoint, PowerBI, and other PMIS platforms.
• Guide teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, from planning and procurement to execution and closeout.
• Mentor emerging professionals and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Coordinate multiple funding sources including federal grants, bonds, and tax revenues.
• Develop and deliver custom training programs tailored to user roles and organizational needs.
• Support change management and organizational transformation initiatives.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Strong written and verbal communication and negotiating skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Commitment to safety culture to ensure personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies. Commitment to adhering to and enforcing internal Company processes and policies such as business and contracting rules. Desire to be a part of a large global engineering company, and to work with teams in other offices around the world. Experience in developing and updating cost and resource loaded schedules using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project and other database programs, web-based tools and spreadsheets. Experience in project management systems and software including Primavera, e-Builder, PMWeb, Aconex, or similar, with integrating project management systems with ERP systems including Oracle and JD Edwards. Experience in mapping complex business processes and developing efficiencies using Visio. Experience in development of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), scheduling and schedule analysis, cost estimating and cost control, budget development, reporting and record / document control. Experience in the implementation of integrated PMIS platforms across multi-agency programs. Experience in the municipal sector in areas of public works, utilities, transportation, and industry and on multi-sector programs is preferred. Experience in multiple project delivery models : design-bid-build, design-build, CMAR, and alternative delivery methods. Experience in the development of governance structures and program management plans. Experience with federal compliance and reporting requirements. Education and Experience : Bachelors degree in Engineering, Environmental, Construction Management, or applicable years of demonstrated experience. Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in program / project controls, leading teams and overseeing programs exceeding $1B in value in infrastructure, water, energy, transportation, and environmental sectors. PMP Certification is an asset.

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.

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 whats 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 whats possible.

Pay Range : Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 141,500.00 - Max Salary $ 212,200.00

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) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, 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 time off. Temporary / casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account. 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 | CO | Denver | Organization : 2249 Water-US PMCM-Denver CO | Employee Status : Regular | Travel : Yes | Schedule : Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, 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. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.