Business Leader Upper North Island - Water
Business Leader Upper North Island – Water
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 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.
About the role:
Our clients trust us with their most complex engineering challenges, and our ability to deliver rests on the strength of our people and leadership. The Business Leader inspires and guides the region’s multidisciplinary teams to consistently produce outstanding results. By aligning talent, resources, and opportunity, you will champion both operational excellence and sustainable business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop quality relationships with new and existing clients to ensure profitable repeat business through the delivery of great work to budget.
Work in partnership with key stakeholders to drive successful business outcomes, specifically Framework Managers, to resource and deliver the framework and panel contracts.
Ensure an appropriate staff experience and availability by recruiting and developing people in conjunction with the Regional Director, Water NZ.
Meet or exceed group net profit by ensuring revenue targets, project profitability, and staff utilisation budgets are achieved.
Define and set business strategies and financial plans that meet and contribute to company goals with the Regional Director, Water NZ.
Review and monitor individual team members’ and project managers’ performance. Ensure that all projects are adequately staffed, planned, and meet clients’ expectations.
Manage and maintain own base workload to expected levels and standards.
Coordinate with the technical development teams for product and service development, marketing initiatives and resource allocation.
What we are looking for:
To be successful in this role, you will be a recognised leader in the Water sector, backed by a solid background of proven experience. You’re someone who leads from the front; you are resilient, hands-on, and committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients. Your strong commercial instincts, sharp business acumen, and inclusive, proactive leadership style set you apart.
You’ll bring deep industry connections, proudly representing Stantec at key forums and industry events. You know how to build and strengthen relationships with government and private-sector clients, opening doors and shaping opportunities.
As a senior leader within our New Zealand business, you’ll collaborate closely with leaders across ANZ to drive and deliver our regional and global growth strategies.
What we offer:
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts, part time & job share
Learning and Talent Development Programs including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
Mentoring for your own development
Professional Memberships
Health Insurance – Income Continuance Insurance (ICI) – Life Insurance
Service Recognition Awards
Employee Assistance Program
The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
How to apply
If you have any questions, please email Renee.Anderson@Stantec.com
Applications close Friday 13th Feb 2026 - please enclose your CV and cover letter.
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