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Principal Data and Automation Analyst
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That’s why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.
We care about the communities we serve—because they’re our communities too. We’re designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
Our digital services and products are an increasingly important part of our work, as we innovate to meet the needs of our clients. From creating integrated digital ecosystems which bring together engineering designs, geospatial layers and 3D reality capture from advanced cameras and drones to advanced digital solutions to assess geotechnical stability for infrastructure projects, predicting pipe breakages and automatically design water pipelines, data and automation is an essential part of the work we do. This will be a leadership role where you will have the opportunity to help shape the direction and culture for the team, to make a positive impact on the water services for our communities.
About the role:
Join our team as a Principal Data and Automation Analyst! In this pivotal role, you will provide technical leadership in data analysis and automation, supporting water services projects and contributing to our company’s goals. You will act as a technical lead, and mentor, ensuring project outcomes meet both client and Stantec expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise in data automation, data analytics, and data engineering to meet project needs.
• Develop and mentor junior staff, leading the data and automation analysts within the Regional Digital Practice.
• Build strong relationships and foster a sharing culture across the Digital Practice and relevant streams.
• Lead or support team development and recruitment for Data and Automation roles.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identify opportunities, and develop business in line with Stantec business strategies.
• Lead proposal and bid development to support business development activities.
• Ensure the delivery of robust data analytics and automated processes on time and within budget.
• Promote and lead automation solutions within Stantec NZ and APAC for internal and external clients.
• Fulfill the role of Project Technical Lead in delivering projects both internally and with external clients.
• Lead the ongoing development, use and support of digital products.

What we are looking for:

• Relevant tertiary qualification desirable (e.g. Engineering, Computer Science)
• Proven experience in data analysis, automation, and project management.
• Strong technical expertise in automation, analytics, and data engineering.
• Experience with geospatial data
• Experience using FME for data automation/transformation/engineering (FME Certified Professional preferred)
• Experience with other data and automation technologies and methodologies e.g. SQL, Python, R, Power Platform, Power BI, Tableau
• Experience designing and architecting digital solutions
• Experience supporting, coaching and mentoring team members.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Experience consulting and business development desirable.
• Agile experience desirable.

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 31,000 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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Primary Location : New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington
Organization : BC-3101 Water-NZ New Zealand
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Manager
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Apr 6, 2025, 7:49:29 PM
Req ID: 250001EB
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

• Provide technical expertise in data automation, data analytics, and data engineering to meet project needs.
• Develop and mentor junior staff, leading the data and automation analysts within the Regional Digital Practice.
• Build strong relationships and foster a sharing culture across the Digital Practice and relevant streams.
• Lead or support team development and recruitment for Data and Automation roles.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identify opportunities, and develop business in line with Stantec business strategies.
• Lead proposal and bid development to support business development activities.
• Ensure the delivery of robust data analytics and automated processes on time and within budget.
• Promote and lead automation solutions within Stantec NZ and APAC for internal and external clients.
• Fulfill the role of Project Technical Lead in delivering projects both internally and with external clients.
• Lead the ongoing development, use and support of digital products