Geospatial Team Lead

Location: Madison, WI, United States; Hybrid

Our Environmental Geospatial and Data Services Business Center (BC) is seeking a Team Leader to oversee, grow, and manage our Geospatial team in the Great Lakes region. This region includes Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan and Minnesota.

Our Business Center comprises over 160 Geospatial and Data Specialists serving both the United States and Canada. On average, our specialists have an average of 15 years of experience and have been with the company for at least 10 years. We have approximately 20 geospatial staff in the region.

The Team Leader will report to the Business Center Operating Leader (BCOL) and collaborate closely with Business Center Practice Leaders (BCPLs) and other Team Leaders—both within our BC and across other BCs, mainly in Environmental service BC—to manage workload, support staff development, and pursue business opportunities.

At Stantec, Team Leaders are expected to work from the office at least three days per week. 

Your Key Responsibilities 

• Oversee geospatial and data services activities within the region for the Business Center (BC).
• Strategize, plan, and coordinate project assignments to ensure efficient execution.
• Actively manage geospatial projects and tasks, including spatial data workflows, budgets, and timelines.
• Oversee staff utilization and resource allocation, collaborating with BC leadership (BCOL, BCPLs, and other Team Leaders) as needed to support team growth and performance.
• Address personnel and project-related issues proactively and constructively.
• Provide leadership and management to direct reports, including recruitment and onboarding of new team members.
• Lead the Year-End Performance Review (YEPR) and compensation review process in accordance with Stantec policy. 
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships, serving as a liaison between internal teams, clients, project managers, discipline leads, and external consultants.
• Lead business development efforts for geospatial services in the region.
• Support and review cost estimates and budget development for proposals and new opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to established Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes.
• Guarantee timely and effective delivery of project requirements.
• Lead by example and promote cross-team collaboration.
• Foster a strong health and safety culture within the team.
• Manage formal and informal training initiatives, provide mentorship, and identify opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborate with BCPLs and technical teams to identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement in field operations.
• Work with BC leadership to promote integration across disciplines and geographies.
• Complete operational tasks such as reviewing and approving timecards, expenses, and vacation requests. 

About Us

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

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