Principal Consultant

The Opportunity

The UK&I energy sector is undergoing a seismic shift. Surging demand, stricter regulations, and ambitious net-zero goals are driving groundbreaking innovation. Here's your chance to beat the heart of it all.

The Programme Management and Commercial Management (PMCM) team is seeking a Principal Consultant to provide strategic advisory services to clients in the energy sector. This role focuses on establishing and optimising programme management approaches for large-scale capital investments. As a Principal Consultant, you will leverage your:

• Strategic Programme and Financial Leadership: Oversee the entire lifecycle of projects and programmes, from initial planning and design through to execution and completion. Ensure financial efficiency and value by meticulously managing budgets, costs, and commercial aspects. Develop comprehensive financial models and forecasts to support decision-making and ensure projects are delivered within budget. Conduct regular financial reviews and audits to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Advanced Performance Analysis and Process Optimisation: Utilise a keen eye for detail to accurately report on performance metrics, including key performance indicators (KPIs) and project milestones. Analyse data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement. Implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and project outcomes. Develop and maintain performance dashboards to provide real-time insights into project progress and performance.
• Executive Leadership and Transformational Change Management: Lead by example to create a culture of coaching, innovation, and safety within the team. Promote accountability and effective problem-solving, ensuring that teams are motivated and equipped to achieve continuous improvement. Develop and implement change management strategies to support organizational transformation and project success. Facilitate training and development programs to enhance team capabilities and foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Strategic Vision and Stakeholder Partnership: Develop and implement innovative strategies that align project goals with stakeholder expectations and organisational objectives. Proactively identify and resolve conflicts through independent research and effective communication. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and regulatory bodies. Facilitate stakeholder workshops and meetings to ensure alignment and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Comprehensive Risk Management and Strategic Negotiation: Assess potential risks and provide well-informed recommendations to mitigate them. Develop and implement risk management plans to ensure project resilience and success. Facilitate effective stakeholder engagement and negotiations to support informed decision-making. Lead contract negotiations and manage contractual relationships to ensure favourable outcomes for the organization.

About You

The ideal candidate shoulddemonstrate the following qualifications:

• Programme/project management and commercial acumen: Proven ability to oversee complex projects and programmes, ensuring financial efficiency and value.
• Leadership excellence: Demonstrates a track record of successfully leading and managing teams to achieve strategic outcomes and drive organizational success.
• Sector-specific experience: Experience in the energy, water or resource sectors is highly favourable.

Why join us?

• As part of Stantec’s advisory services community, this role offers the opportunity to develop across our service line and find your own unique path.
• Our People Culture: We're proud of our friendly and collaborative environment.
• Great benefits including a competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Stantec was named 'best place to work’ and 'international consulting firm of the year’ at NCE Awards 2024.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Great projects across our sector in the UKI.
• Industry leading training and development as well as paid professional subscriptions.
• Global Integrated Working structure with transfers options possible.
• Ranked #1 most sustainable AEC firm among industry peers 2024 and are listed in Corporate Knights Top 100 sustainable companies for six years.