OSP Engineering Manager

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.  

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

The Engineering Manager will oversee design services such as fiber-to-the-home (FTTH), long-haul, hyperscale connectivity, and fiber rings in support of small cell infrastructure. This role is unique in that it combines program-level leadership (building workflows, cross-training teams, establishing QA/QC processes) with direct project management responsibilities as the fiber program grows. The Engineering Manager will both set the foundation for scalable fiber delivery and manage client projects to ensure successful execution, profitability, and client satisfaction.

Working in close partnership with the Business Development (BD) team and Telecom Regional Leads, the Engineering Manager will ensure that client pursuits are supported by a scalable, reliable delivery model that positions Stantec as a trusted partner in the fiber industry.

Your Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership

• Lead the execution of the Fiber Design Action Plan, ensuring the successful rollout of FTTH, long-haul, hyperscale connectivity, and fiber ring design services.
• Develop and publish the Fiber Design Delivery Playbook, including SOPs, intake procedures, QA/QC checkpoints, permitting coordination workflows, and lessons learned.
• Partner with the BD team to align operational capabilities with client pursuits, proposals, and bundled offerings.
• Track and report KPIs specific to the fiber program (BD meetings, proposals, pilot project success, training completion, workflow adoption).
• Establish Stantec as a leader in fiber design delivery through operational excellence and client-focused service.

Project Management – Fiber Projects

• Manage active fiber design projects from planning through close-out, ensuring adherence to scope, budgets, timelines, and quality standards.
• Coordinate project resources, schedules, and deliverables across supporting teams
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure high-quality deliverables are provided to clients.
• Lead client communications, calls, and status updates; provide exceptional customer service in alignment with BD strategies.
• Ensure project close-out deliverables are completed, documented, and submitted to clients.

Operational Readiness & Resource Management

• Forecast and manage capacity for fiber design projects as the program scales.
• Lead cross-training initiatives to equip teams with fiber design skills (FTTH, long-haul, hyperscale connectivity, and small cell fiber rings).
• Oversee adoption of software and tools for fiber design (GIS, CAD, Lightspeed, permitting platforms).
• Coordinate subcontractors and vendors specific to fiber program delivery.

Budget Oversight

• Develop and manage fiber project budgets; track expenses and financials.
• Provide monthly financial reports and forecasts for fiber delivery performance.
• Identify, request, and manage change orders as needed.
• Oversee invoicing, collections, and AR specific to fiber services.

Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as the operational point of contact for all fiber program delivery.
• Coordinate bundled fiber offerings with Environmental, Energy, and Community Development teams as needed.
• Work hand-in-hand with BD to develop integrated proposals and client campaigns that highlight fiber as part of bundled services.
• Incorporate client and internal feedback into continuous fiber program improvement.

Quality Assurance & Risk Management

• Implement quality control processes to ensure fiber deliverables meet or exceed industry standards.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of fiber projects.
• Develop permitting matrices, readiness checklists, and risk mitigation SOPs tailored to fiber.
• Proactively address risks to minimize delays in fiber design delivery.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Demonstrated expertise in fiber design delivery (FTTH, long-haul, hyperscale, fiber rings).
• Proven ability to create and scale operational programs, including SOPs, playbooks, and training curricula.
• Experience managing fiber projects across multiple jurisdictions, including permitting and utility coordination.
• Proficient in MS Suite; experience with GIS, CAD, and workflow tools required.
• Experience with online document systems, such as Oracle and Siterra, is a plus.
• Occasional overtime may be required.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in telecom, fiber, or utility infrastructure program/project management with financial responsibility.

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.

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.