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About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Team Leader for our national Ports & Maritime team to help shape the future of our maritime capability across Australia. This role will lead a talented group of maritime engineers and specialists, guide project delivery, strengthen client relationships, and support the strategic growth of our Ports & Maritime business. You will partner closely with other technical teams to deliver innovative solutions for port authorities, government, and private-sector clients.

Responsibilities

Set clear and achievable goals with team members and conduct regular 1:1 catch-ups to check-in on team member health and wellbeing and track goal progress.
Develop the team’s skills and experience through appropriate training development, mentoring and guidance.
Foster a success-oriented environment within the team by displaying collaborative behaviours and exerting measured and balanced influence.
Lead the planning, execution, and interpretation of geotechnical investigations including drilling, sampling, and in-situ testing.
Prepare technical reports and recommendations for foundations, earthworks, and ground improvement.
Initiate and manage business development opportunities, actively participate in and lead client service through establishing and maintaining strong relationships.
Lead and/or review proposals for pricing, approach and methodology, variation estimates and submission documents, and review and evaluate subconsultant tender response submissions to ensure they are suitable.
Support the Business Leader in monitoring and reporting on team performance, contributing to the preparation of annual business plans and strategic initiatives.
Ensure optimal team utilization through effective forecasting, workload management, and delegation of tasks.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of a healthy project backlog through strategic networking and business development activities.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of experience in ports, maritime or coastal engineering projects.
Accredited as CPEng.
Experience in managing teams with direct line management duties.
Highly developed consulting skills to liaise with clients and other stakeholders to achieve mutually successful project outcomes.
Well-developed problem solving and negotiations skills to resolve queries.

Skills

People management
Business development
Project delivery
Business management

Location

Melbourne
Sydney
Brisbane
Perth

Work Type

Flexible Working Arrangements
Work from home opportunities
School term contracts
Job sharing
Part time employment

Experience Level

10+ years

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Maritime or Coastal Engineering

Salary/Compensations

Competitive salary

Benefits

Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
Learning and Talent Development Programs
Mentoring
Professional Memberships
Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
Service Recognition Awards
Employee Assistance Program

About the Company

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. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI+, neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.