Requisition Number: 24484BR

Description

Role Purpose:

Support economic and financial analysis of utility networks by evaluating CAPEX, OPEX, lifecycle costs, and investment decisions to improve cost efficiency, resilience, and service performance

Key Responsibilities

Data Assessment: Identify data gaps, assess data quality, and recommend improvements for cost analysis Benchmarking: Analyze CAPEX, OPEX, and maintenance costs; benchmark against international utilities; identify efficiency gaps Techno-Economic Analysis: Evaluate Security of Supply Standards (SoSS), resilience, and service levels; assess cost vs reliability trade-offs Value Engineering: Conduct lifecycle cost analysis; identify cost-saving design and material alternatives Standards & Specifications: Perform cost-benefit analyses for new technologies and standards; support investment decisions Digital Tools Support: Develop cost models and support investment prioritization tools

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field Professional certifications preferred (e.g., CFA, CPA, or FMVA) Advanced degree (MBA / MSc Finance) desirable. Minimum 10 years of work experience. Experience in water, energy or infrastructure sectors preferred

Preferred Specifications

CAPEX/OPEX budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Financial modelling and business case evaluation (ROI, NPV) Strong accounting knowledge (cost allocation, capitalization) Advanced Excel and ERP systems (e.g., SAP) proficiency Data analysis and reporting (insight generation for decision-making) Stakeholder coordination with finance, engineering, and operations teams Cost-benefit and investment analysis (NPV, IRR)

About Stantec

We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec we always design with community in mind. We believe growing a great design company happens from the inside out. We look for people who are drawn to use every talent they possess, plus creativity, determination and a drive to do the extraordinary.

The Stantec community unites approximately 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a solid history of success. 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. Redefine your personal best. Join us!

Work Location(s):United Arab Emirates-Abu Dhabi

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Type: Regular

Job Category: Consulting