Team Lead - Materials Engineering and Construction Inspection

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Team Lead - Materials Engineering and Construction Inspection - ( 250000FT )

Description

Build the foundation for a lasting and successful career in geotechnical engineering by starting with a good team. When we say that we’re full-service, we mean it. You’ll find us in the office, on site and in the lab. We work indoors and out, above and below ground, over and under water, across projects large and small. From field exploration and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex geotechnical structures, our team does work that’s rock solid. Join our team today!

Your Opportunity

Are you a highly effective business leader with extensive geotechnical and materials engineering experience? Are you an entrepreneur-type personality who thrives in fast-paced environments and who likes to achieve nothing but the best? Then come join a dynamic team that balances competing project interests with creativity and efficiency for a smooth ride every time. Together, we can build a rock-solid future.

Our Dartmouth, NS office is seeking a highly connected and enthusiastic Leader with extensive geotechnical materials consulting experience to build relationships internally and externally and use your expertise, client relationship, leadership and management experience to grow opportunities within our expanding team and organization.

Your Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the Material Testing and Inspection services team and be responsible for resource management processes, recruitment, career development, coaching and mentoring, and leadership development.
2. Lead and coordinate business development efforts and proposals.
3. Support laboratory operations including testing of soil, aggregate, concrete, mortar and bituminous paving mixtures.
4. Plan and coordinate field and laboratory testing of construction materials.
5. Manage a variety of small to large Material Testing and Inspection projects.
6. Prepare and review technical reports.
7. Work with other business developers, practitioners, and marketing teams within Stantec to assist in growing the Material Testing and Inspection business.
8. Develop and maintain industry relationships and visibility with current and prospective clients, sub-consultants, competitor/team partners, and potential recruits.
9. Promote compliance with our Health and Safety Policy.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

1. A self-starter who enjoys working in a team environment.
2. Strong oral and written communication skills.
3. Strong leadership and business development skills, including significant experience building and maintaining productive relationships with a client base. Such experience within a consulting organization is considered a strong asset.
4. Previous success in developing teams of technologists and engineers.
5. Knowledge of relevant CSA and ASTM Standards related to concrete, soils and asphalt.
6. The ability and willingness to travel as needed.
7. Valid Driver’s License.

Education and Experience

1. Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.
2. Professional Engineer or Certified Engineering Technologist with a minimum of 8 years of experience in contracting/consulting.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include traversing difficult terrain and 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