Transportation Leader - Queenstown

Lead with purpose. Grow what matters. Shape the future of transport in one of Aotearoa’s most iconic growth regions.

At Stantec, we know the work we do truly matters. Our projects begin where community, creativity, and client relationships intersect, and they deliver lasting outcomes for the places people live, work, and connect.

We care deeply about the communities we serve—because they’re our communities too. Across the globe, our designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers collaborate to create infrastructure that improves quality of life. Queenstown is no exception, and this role is your opportunity to make a meaningful local impact with national reach.

The opportunity | Ko te āheinga

      We’re looking for a credible, authentic, and people‑focused leader to take our well established Queenstown Transportation business to the next

     stage of growth. 

      This is a senior leadership role with influence. You’ll lead a talented local team, strengthen trusted client relationships, and help shape transportation

      outcomes across the Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago districts—while staying connected to a strong national cohort of Transportation Leaders

      across Aotearoa.

      You’ll balance technical excellence, commercial insight, and inclusive leadership, building both a thriving business and a high‑performing team

      culture.

Your impact will include:

·        Growing Stantec’s Transportation business across the public and private sectors in Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago.

·        Providing technical and commercial leadership to the Queenstown Transportation team.

·        Delivering meaningful local and national project work within your technical discipline (e.g. Geometric Design, Contract Management, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering).

·        Building, leading, and sustaining a strong, inclusive, and engaged team culture.

·        Coaching and developing people to help them reach their full potential.

·        Building trusted, long‑term relationships with clients and partners across the Otago region and beyond.

·        Collaborating closely with Transportation Leaders across Stantec’s New Zealand business to share capability, insight, and opportunity.

What we offer | Nga huanga mōu

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, job sharing and part time working

•  Learning and Talent Development Programs including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job experience

•  Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others

•  Professional Memberships

•  Mental Health & Wellbeing programs

•  Health Insurance – Income Protection Insurance – Life Insurance

•  Service Recognition Awards

•   Employee Assistance Program

About us | E pā ki a mātou

We know that what we do really matters which is why at Stantec, we design with community in mind. 

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Learn more www.stantec.com/nz

Applications close Wednesday 6 May 2026

How to apply | I pēhea ki te whakauru

For further information or a job description, please contact Margaret McMeel on +64 9 580 4502 / +64 27 544 2930 or apply directly online.