Operations Lead - Buildings US West

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Position Summary:

The Operations Lead is responsible for leading, overseeing, and creating operational processes relating to professional consulting and operational excellence, while minimizing risk to the organization.

Ideal Candidate:

Driven towards operational excellence. High degree of emotional intelligence. Energetic team-oriented professional who strategizes and collaborates successfully among various disciplines and professionals. Experienced in handling a wide range of operational, administrative, special project related initiatives and tasks. Well organized, flexible and enjoys the operational challenges of supporting multi-disciplined business centers/offices/regions consisting of diverse professionals.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the BC Leadership (BCPL/BCOL).
• Crafts communications on behalf of operations and provides QA/QC of practice and operational deliverables.
• May act as a liaison between the Regional Growth Leader, Regional Business Leader, Regional Leaders, Sector Leadership, and practice leadership. Carries out Corporate initiatives.
• Public speaking, influencing others. High caliber People Leader.
• Partners with various stakeholders and disseminates information to Business Center leadership and staff when appropriate.
• Contributes to and influences BC-wide initiatives and decisions around growth, resource allocation, brand, and identity.
• Hosts regular leadership meetings with involvement from principals, office leadership, functional support teams and corporate communications.
• Coordinates internal operational strategic events and may participate in planning all-staff/all-sector events.
• Strategic in nature.
• Handles special projects as assigned by Practice Leadership (BCPL, BCOL) in the US West.

Capabilities and Credentials:

• Clear understanding of service offerings provided by Stantec.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proven success in operations oversight.
• Proven success in influencing others.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with all levels of leadership and staff.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and prioritize a diverse array of assignments and duties.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Graphic communications, a plus.
• Strong knowledge of business communication standards for email, correspondence, and telephone etiquette.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Knowledge of office management responsibilities, systems and procedures.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with expertise in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Teams.

Education and Experience:

• BA/BS degree in related field preferred.
• 10-15 years of relevant experience in the architecture/engineering industry; Buildings experience preferred.
• Experience creating and editing documents for use in communications and presentations.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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 place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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 CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 122,500.00 - Max Salary $ 183,800.00

• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas - Min Salary $ 131,500.00 - Max Salary $ 197,200.00

• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) - Min Salary $ 140,400.00 - Max Salary $ 210,500.00

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) 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 | CA | Los Angeles

Organization: 2014 Buildings-US California AID-Los Angeles CA

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 29/10/2025 10:10:18

Req ID: 1002819

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit 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. 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.