Dams Practice Lead / Design Manager - Dams & Hydropower

%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan lang=%22EN-NZ%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDams Practice Lead/ Design Manager - Dams and Hydropower%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EStantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, 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.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EWe are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan lang=%22EN-NZ%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout the role%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan lang=%22EN-NZ%22%3EStantec’s Water team in New Zealand has an impressive portfolio of successful projects that benefit communities nationwide and beyond, with significant contributions to international work. Our water focus covers the management of drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and groundwater as a collective resource. Dams and Hydropower are a key focus, driving resilience and renewable energy solutions. Stantec are one of the few service providers in New Zealand who offer the whole package across all disciplines needed to deliver a project and have made significant investment in the past few years in developing additional service offerings such as FEM and CFD.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EOur Dams%3Cstrong%3E %3C/strong%3Eand Hydropower team is delivering and supporting significant projects across New Zealand, Australia, Pacific and Globally and is looking for an experienced, motivated Dams Practice Lead/ Design Manager to provide technical leadership across a range of dams and hydropower projects.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EYou’ll join our experienced, diverse, multidisciplinary team, working alongside senior leaders and technical specialists to deliver complex infrastructure that supports dam safety, dam and hydropower design, renewable energy and resilient communities.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EThis is a senior position working across New Zealand, reporting to the Market Sector Lead and you’ll play a key role in driving design delivery, fostering strong team collaboration and maintaining a high level of ownership, communication and technical excellence. Working closely with senior leadership and clients, you’ll help strengthen existing relationships, identify new opportunities and contribute to business development activities that support the continued growth of our Dams and Hydropower capability. You’ll also bring multidisciplinary teams together to deliver high-quality outcomes across the full project lifecycle.%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EKey Responsibilities:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;%22%3EProvide technical leadership and technical expertise in the specialist area of dams and hydropower.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;%22%3EDetermine client requirements, conduct and manage site work including inspections and investigations, produce reports, calculations, specifications and drawings to ensure that technical designs provide appropriate solutions.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;%22%3EPlan, program and coordinate specific projects with the Project Manager and other Project Technical Leads to deliver the agreed outputs.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;%22%3EPrepare and lead expressions of interest, proposals, tender documents and contracts.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:107%;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;%22%3EManage appropriate marketing initiatives in consultation with the Market Sector Lead and other Practice Leads. Support in hitting both technical and commercial targets.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;%22%3EMentor staff to develop technical capabilities.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;%22%3EIdentify skill gaps and recruitment needs.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-font-family:Arial;%22%3EDevelop trusted client relationships and lead business development in conjunction with client account management.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout you%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EYou’ll bring substantial experience in the design and delivery of dam, hydropower or other complex water infrastructure projects, with the ability to step into established projects and make an immediate contribution. Experience across dam engineering, hydropower infrastructure, civil/ hydraulic structures or associated water resource projects will be highly regarded.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EYou’re a confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills and a commitment to successful project delivery in complex technical environments. You’ll enjoy engaging with clients, understanding their challenges and helping shape solutions, while contributing to proposals, identifying potential project opportunities and supporting the ongoing growth of our business. An understanding of project management processes, design coordination and risk management will also be advantageous.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EYou enjoy providing technical direction and support to others, bringing multidisciplinary teams together to work efficiently and deliver quality outcomes on time and within budget. With opportunities to collaborate and share knowledge across our New Zealand and global network, these roles offer the chance to contribute to challenging dams and hydropower projects, build lasting client relationships and bring innovative thinking and international best practice to our clients’ needs.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhat we offer%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EAt Stantec, we take your growth and fulfilment seriously. We’re proud to offer many supportive benefits, including:%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EProfessional development and support.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EFlexible working arrangements, including purchasing up to an extra four weeks of leave and provision for school term contracts, part-time, and job sharing.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3ELearning and talent development programmes, including global, online, and on-the-job opportunities.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3ESupport to attend relevant industry conferences and forums.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EProfessional memberships.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EService recognition awards.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EMentorship.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EWellbeing and connection opportunities.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EHealth insurance, income continuance insurance, and life insurance.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EEmployee assistance program.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout us%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EWe’ve been serving our clients and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 125 years. With almost 900 professionals, our team is based in the main cities and throughout the regions. We collaborate across disciplines and sectors to bring buildings, energy, water, environmental, and transport projects to life.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language:EN-US;%22%3EGlobally, Stantec unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EPlease apply online, applications close Friday 11th December 2026%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan lang=%22EN-NZ%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E

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Job Details

Primary Location: New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch

Other Locations: New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington

Work Locations: Christchurch Building 2 HBP NZ

Job: Civil Engineer

Organization: BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand

Employee Status: Regular

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Travel: No

Schedule: Full-time

Job Posting: Nov 10, 2026, 3:29:50 PM