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Alternative Project Delivery (APD) encompasses all non-Design-Bid-Build contract models for capital works delivery including both collaborative and non-collaborative approaches. These models include Construction Management at Risk (CMAR), Progressive Design Build (PDB), Design Build (DB), Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) or Alliance. Variations of DB and PDB models include Finance and Operate and Maintain components: (P)DBF, (P)DBFOM, depending on the contracting parties. Stantec intends to hold only the design or owner’s advisor (OA) roles.

Due to market conditions, the size and volume of projects to be delivered in Canada West, our clients have increasingly turned to APD to deliver their Water projects. The Alternative Project Delivery Leader (APDL) role for Western Canada was created to recognize and respond to the rapidly growing adoption of alternative project delivery for Water projects in this geography. This growth represents both opportunity and risk for our business.

Key Objectives

Support the responsible growth of our APD business in Canada West

Mitigate our risk by advancing our ability to effectively deliver quality projects and proposals.

As this is a new role, the APDL is expected to develop a 3 year plan with the objective of accelerating and integrating APD projects into our project portfolio in Canada West Water.

Responsibilities
Grow our APD Business

Identify and support the win of APD pursuits in collaboration with local Business Centre Leadership, Regional Leaders, Account Managers, and business developers by: participating in positioning work

Identifying and developing suitable APD partner relationships(and contracts), primarily building off existing Stantec relationships

Tracking and contributing to contract review

Identifying project risks and prepare and mentor pursuit team for senior leadership risk review processes as required

Supporting bid development through document development, responsibility matrices, pricing strategies, interviews, delivery/resourcing approach, etc.

Monitor Pipeline for APD tags on new opportunities

Strategy – Assist Regional Growth Leader in identifying and prioritizing key clients/contractors and growth opportunities

Develop and maintain awareness of: contract models and which Canada West clients are using them





Stantec’s relationships with contractors operating in Canada West, particularly with skills to deliver Water projects

Competitor’s capabilities in the APD space in Canada West Water

Act as a resource for teams pursuing APD Water Work in Canada West including supporting risk threshold approvals for APD pursuits; understand the contract model risks and identify means to mitigate them

Develop people who understand APD and can help pursue APD projects.

Reinforcing our brand as a leader in delivery of Water projects using APD contract models with clients and contractors.

Collaborate with Canada East APDL for cross region opportunities

Advance our APD Project Execution

Liaise with professionals with APD experience across the company (including other business lines) to bring best practices to Canada West Water

Develop knowledge of external resources to support delivery of Water projects including Integrated Project Delivery Alliance (IPDA), Water Collaborative Delivery Association (WCDA), Lean IPD, Design Build Institute of America (DBIA), and Canadian Construction Association (CCA)

Contribute to training and development of Canada West teams in APD execution

Represent Canada West on the APD Executive Oversight Committee

Work collaboratively with Team Leads and Engineering Discipline Leads to identify teams capable of operating effectively under APD contract models (CMAR, PDB, DB, IPD/Alliance)

Build capacity of our teams to deliver using APD models through training, mentoring, and tool sharing in collaboration with other Regions and business lines.

Identify how to effectively use Global Design Centre (GBC) staff in Pune, India for APD delivery in Canada West

Identify staffing needs (hiring) and support the recruitment and retention of professionals to support this growing business

Consistently demonstrate a commitment to the Health and Safety culture within Stantec.

Key Performance Indicators

Be aware of all APD projects and pursuits in Canada West Water. Communicate with Regional Leadership on at least a monthly basis: status of key opportunities and relationships

Feedback / concerns for current APD project delivery by communicating with PMs / teams delivering projects

Escalate risks in a timely manner





Report on progress in integrating APD delivery into our project delivery practices in Canada West Water.

Collaborative Contributions

Net Sales Revenue in APD projects

Net Sales growth (% over prior year)

ROI for APD pursuits

Meeting as-sold GM during delivery, especially by identifying suitable resources to support delivery teams when challenges arise

Adherence to Stantec’s Quality Management Practices

Effectively managing delivery risks and avoiding litigation

Develop staff understanding and capabilities in the APD space

Maintain positive reviews from clients and contractors using our Client Survey tools.

Maintain an up-to-date repository of Lessons Learned

Meet HSSE goals and targets for Water leadership

Qualifications

Minimum 15 years experience in detailed design and construction of multidisciplinary Water projects or 10 years working in an APD environment.

Experience with collaborative APD project delivery.

Licensed professional engineer.

Strong Communication skills.

Pay Range

Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $111,700.00 - $167,600.00 annually.

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.

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.

Location & Administrative
Primary Location: Canada | AB | Calgary

Organization: BC-1101 Water-CA Alberta

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 05/05/2026 10:05:15

Req ID: 1005486

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📌 Canada West Alternative Project Delivery Lead (Manitoba)
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