Stantec is seeking a senior executive to lead the growth, strategy, and execution of its US Federal Alternative Project Delivery (APD) Program for Department of Defense client accounts globally and select civilian agency accounts to include GSA PBS, FHWA, Department of Interior, etc, Stantec's primary role in APD is as a designer of record (DOR) in a subcontractor role to a general contractor.
The APD Program Lead will be responsible for establishing Stantec as a premier DOR partner for the planning, procurement, delivery, and execution of alternative delivery solutions, including Design-Build (DB), ECI and IDAC DB, Progressive Design-Build (PDB), Design Build to Budget (DB2B), Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Public-Private Partnerships (P3), and other collaborative delivery models and innovative construction methods. The role will focus on expanding Stantec's presence in large, complex military infrastructure, resilience, and installation modernization programs in addition to mega programs for civilian agencies to include CBP Land Ports of Entry, FHWA major transportation programs, etc.,
This individual will provide executive leadership across business development, client engagement, capture, program delivery, governance and oversight, and organizational development while serving as the firm's principal US Federal APD leader which includes Other Transaction Authority (OTA) innovative delivery methods.
The Stantec APD portfolio, including our US Federal programs, is one of the highest risk delivery methods and programs in Stantec and our industry. Managing the risk is highly dependent on the general contractors we maintain relationships and terms and conditions with and the quality of project managers we deploy to the portfolio.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
APD Strategy & Market Leadership
Develop and execute the strategic vision for Stantec's DoD and civilian agency Alternative Project Delivery program.
Identify emerging APD trends, acquisition strategies, and contracting opportunities across DoD and civilian agencies.
Position Stantec to compete for large-scale military and civilian agency infrastructure, resilience, and installation modernization utilizing alternative delivery models.
Serve as the executive sponsor for priority APD pursuits and strategic client engagements.
Partner with Federal leadership to establish APD growth targets, investment priorities, and market expansion strategies.
Client Development & Industry Engagement
Build and maintain executive-level relationships with DoD, USACE, NAVFAC, AFCEC, and other Federal agency stakeholders.
Educate clients on the value, risk, and benefits of the correct alternative delivery methods.
Participate in industry forums, professional organizations, and APD working groups.
Engage with Stantec's strategic construction partners/GC accounts, developers, concessionaires, and specialty contractors to strengthen and grow Stantec's strategic teaming relationships.
Serve as Stantec's executive representative for APD initiatives throughout the Federal marketplace.
Alternative Delivery Program Leadership
Provide executive oversight of major APD pursuits and projects from opportunity identification through delivery.
Support development of procurement strategies, delivery models, risk allocation approaches, and commercial frameworks.
Advise project teams on best practices related to Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, CMAR, DB2B, and P3 delivery.
Lead APD governance and monthly project reviews, lessons learned, and portfolio management activities.
Ensure alignment between pursuit strategy, commercial objectives, technical execution, and client outcomes.
TEAM LEADERSHIP & ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The APD Program Lead will build and lead a high-performing APD practice within Stantec's Federal business and help scale organizational capability to support future growth.
Leadership Expectations:
Lead, mentor, and develop Federal APD practitioners, program managers, project managers, and pursuit leaders.
Establish a culture focused on collaboration, innovation, accountability, and delivery excellence.
Provide coaching to teams on APD best practices, procurement strategies, and client engagement approaches.
Create leadership development opportunities for emerging Federal leaders.
Assist with recruiting and retaining top APD and Federal program delivery talent.
Serve as an executive sponsor/mentor for major pursuits and strategic programs.
Organizational Development Responsibilities:
Establish Federal APD standards, processes, tools, and governance frameworks.
Build organizational capabilities supporting increasingly complex APD opportunities.
Capture and institutionalize lessons learned across major projects.
Align business line resources to support growth and successful project execution.
Develop a sustainable pipeline of future Federal APD leaders and technical experts.
CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION
Success in alternative delivery depends on integrating diverse expertise across the organization. The Federal APD Program Lead will act as the central connector between growth, delivery, technical, financial, and legal functions.
Collaboration Responsibilities:
Partner with Client Account Managers and Business Development leaders to identify Federal APD opportunities early in the project lifecycle.
Collaborate with Capture Managers to develop win strategies, team approaches, and procurement positioning.
Work closely with Program Managers, Project Managers, and Technical Practice Leaders to develop executable and differentiated solutions.
Coordinate with legal, contracts, risk management, finance, and operations teams to evaluate commercial risks and delivery strategies.
Facilitate collaboration across Federal Buildings, Infrastructure, Water, Energy & Resources Energy, and Environmental Services practices.
Build integrated teams that combine design, engineering, construction, environmental with commercial and program management expertise.
Drive enterprise-wide alignment between business development commitments and project execution capabilities.
KEY INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
Business Operating Unit Leaders, Growth Leaders and Major Program Risk Managers
Corporate APD Risk, Business Delivery and Commercial Managers
Federal Business Line Leadership
USACE, NAVFAC, USAF/AFCEC and Civilian agency Account Managers
Program and Project Managers
Capture and Proposal Teams
Technical Practice Leaders
Construction and Design-Build Partners
Legal, Contracts, and Risk Management
Finance and Operations Leadership
Executive Leadership Team
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business, or related discipline.
Minimum 20 years of leadership experience in infrastructure, military construction, Federal programs, or alternative project delivery.
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale design-build, progressive design-build, CMAR, or other collaborative delivery programs.
Strong understanding of Federal acquisition regulations, contracting strategies, and project delivery models.
Experience building and leading multidisciplinary teams and major pursuits.
Proven ability to influence executive-level clients and stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Former Senior Military Officer, General Officer, SES, USACE, NAVFAC, AFCEC, or equivalent executive leadership experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Advanced degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or related field.
Experience leading multi-billion-dollar infrastructure portfolios.
Experience with military installation modernization, resilience, civil works, and defense infrastructure programs.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS
First 12 Months
Establish a formal Federal DoD APD program strategy and operating model.
Identify and pursue priority Federal APD opportunities across the US Federal client account portfolios and market.
Strengthen relationships with key Federal clients and strategic partners.
Increase organizational awareness and capability around APD delivery methods.
12-24 Months
Grow APD project backlog and pipeline within the DoD market.
Improve capture effectiveness and win rates on major APD pursuits.
Expand integrated design-build and progressive delivery partnerships.
Develop a scalable APD delivery framework for Federal programs.
Long-Term
Position Stantec as a recognized leader in Alternative Project Delivery for defense infrastructure programs.
Create a sustainable portfolio of large, complex APD projects across the DoD market.
Build a mature APD organization capable of delivering the nation's most significant military infrastructure and resilience initiatives.
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.
Primary Location: United States | TX | Houston
Organization: 2254 Buildings-US National-Plano TX
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 17/07/2026 06:07:52
Req ID: 1006828
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