Geospatial Practice Lead - ( 260000PJ )
Description
Geospatial Practice Lead
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
Stantec’s Water team in New Zealand has an impressive portfolio of successful projects that benefit communities nationwide and beyond, with significant contributions to international work. Our water focus covers the management of drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and groundwater as a collective resource. Dams and hydropower are a key focus, driving resilience and renewable energy solutions. Tackling our water challenges is crucial, and our diverse local network includes over 360 water specialists dedicated to innovation.
The Geospatial Practice Lead role will drive the growth of the Geospatial Discipline across New Zealand by identifying and winning geospatial work with existing and new clients, including leading proposal and bid development.
You will be involved in and oversee initiatives, support our GIS Team leads with the growth and retention of our wonderful team, and assist Project Managers and Technical Leads to incorporate geospatial services into their everyday thinking for projects.
Day to day tasks include, but are not limited to
Maintain a strong client service and delivery focus, track market trends, and work with Digital Service leads to build our profile as geospatial leaders
Identify technical gaps and solutions with Digital Service and GIS team leads
Act as the conduit between NZ and Pune Geospatial teams
Provide specialist geospatial expertise, apply best practice across the community of practice, and plan, coordinate and deliver projects
Lead proposal and bid development, including tender documents, tender and contract evaluation, and the development of new client offerings
Build and maintain strong client relationships, track market trends across all NZ sectors (Water, Transport, Buildings and Community Development) and convert opportunities to clients
What we are looking for
Proven experience leading a geospatial or GIS team
Strong track record of winning geospatial work, including leading proposal and bid development, tender documents and contract evaluation
Specialist GIS expertise and experience planning, coordinating and delivering projects as a Project Manager, Technical Lead or Principal GIS Advisor
Experience building and maintaining client relationships and tracking market trends
Experience collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams and offshore geospatial teams to embed geospatial services into project delivery (advantageous)
At Stantec, we take your growth and fulfilment seriously. We’re proud to offer many supportive benefits, including:
Professional development and support
Flexible working arrangements, including purchasing up to an extra four weeks of leave and provision for school term contracts, part-time, and job sharing
Learning and talent development programmes, including global, online, and on-the-job opportunities
Professional memberships
Service recognition awards
Mentorship
Wellbeing and connection opportunities
Health insurance, income continuance insurance, and life insurance
Employee assistance program
Developing Professionals Group, a global network for those with under 10 years of experience
Office Social Club and events
About Us
We’ve been serving our clients and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 125 years. With almost 900 professionals, our team is based in the main cities and throughout the regions. We collaborate across disciplines and sectors to bring buildings, energy, water, environmental, and transport projects to life.
Globally, Stantec unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
Application close Friday 11th December 2026
Qualifications
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Primary Location : New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
Other Locations : New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland
Organization : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Nov 11, 2026, 5:28:29 PM
Req ID: 260000PJ
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