Country Leader, New Zealand - ( 250002DC ) **Description** **Country Leader, New Zealand** **About Us:** Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering 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. The Stantec community unites approximately 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. In Aotearoa New Zealand, we’ve been serving our clients and communities for over 125 years. Starting in Ōtepoti Dunedin in 1898, Stantec’s presence in Aotearoa began with Edward Roberts, an engineer involved in everything from ship repairs to gold dredging design to the building of the Wingatui Viaduct. Today, Stantec’s office in Dunedin is one of many. With a team of more than 900 people working in the main cities and across regional offices throughout the motu (country), our engineers, designers, scientists, and project managers help our communities thrive. **The Role:** Due to an internal career transition, we now have the opportunity to appoint a Country Leader. The successful candidate will be a recognised leader with extensive experience in the consulting sector, ideally 20 years. They will also demonstrate robust commercial and business acumen paired with an inclusive and proactive leadership style. Such qualities are essential to ensure outstanding delivery outcomes for our clients, enhance the Stantec brand, and contribute positively to our business objectives. Additionally, this leadership role necessitates a high level of connectivity within the industry. You will actively represent Stantec at forums and industry events, and foster executive-level relationships with both government and private clients. Moreover, the successful candidate will be pivotal in the overarching leadership of Stantec’s ANZ business. They will represent New Zealand in the Executive Leadership team and collaborate closely with other leaders across Australia and New Zealand. This collaboration aims to support the implementation and success of our regional and global growth strategies. **What you will bring:** You will be a charismatic and visionary leader with a proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. Your track record includes successfully steering large, complex organisations through transformation and growth. With exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, you build and sustain strong client relationships, consistently delivering positive commercial outcomes in the consulting industry. **What we offer:** We offer many 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 + Learning and Talent Development Programmes including global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning + Professional Memberships + Health Insurance – Income Protection Insurance – Life Insurance + Service Recognition Awards + Employee Assistance Programme To discuss the requisition process confidentially, please contact Glen Tarrant, ANZ Talent Acquisition Manager, at (04) 381 6729 or on mobile at 0274 430184. Applications close Wednesday 23rd July 2025 **Qualifications** . **Primary Location** : New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland **Other Locations** : New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington **Organization** : BC-3170 Regional Services-New Zealand **Employee Status** : Regular **Job Level** : Executive **Travel** : Yes, 25 % of the Time **Schedule** : Full-time **Job Posting** : Jul 6, 2025, 12:36:45 PM **Req ID:** 250002DC #additional 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