Nuclear Energy Leader - Ontario

GHD; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Southwestern Ontario seeks a Nuclear Energy Leader to drive strategic growth in the nuclear sector. Candidates need 10–20+ years of experience in the nuclear field, a P.Eng. designation, and expertise in client relationship management. In this role, you will lead a multidisciplinary team and engage with key stakeholders to promote innovative solutions and growth in Ontario's nuclear industry. The position supports a hybrid work environment offering flexibility and collaboration.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Diverse workplace culture

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 10–20+ years of experience in the nuclear sector.
• Experience engaging with Ontario’s nuclear owners/operators.
• Strong working knowledge of nuclear quality programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and execution of GHD’s nuclear growth plan.
• Develop and implement a Nuclear Client Interaction Plan.
• Maintain a deep understanding of nuclear system engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Nuclear sector knowledge

Strategic Planning

Education

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

Certified Project Manager

Job description

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that!

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

GHD is committed to driving bold, sustainable, and profitable growth in the energy sector by expanding and investing in our most strategically important clients. Nuclear power is central to Ontario’s decarbonization, electrification, and reliability agenda. As the province advances major refurbishments, new builds, and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), GHD aims to become a trusted advisor, integrator, and delivery partner across the nuclear lifecycle.

Who are we looking for?

As Nuclear Energy Leader for GHD’s Ontario Region, you will represent the voice of our nuclear clients and supply‑chain partners, and play a critical role in shaping GHD’s nuclear market strategy. You will exemplify world‑class client relationship leadership—combining technical credibility, regulatory understanding, commercial insight, and a partnership‑first mindset. You will lead the creation and execution of GHD’s nuclear growth plan, elevate the client experience, and position GHD as a differentiated, high‑value partner across the nuclear ecosystem.

Passionate about building relationships and advancing nuclear development in Ontario, with a future view towards Canada, you will work across markets and disciplines to represent nuclear client perspectives, build strategic partnerships, drive collaboration, and position GHD for long‑term opportunity. You will be empowered to influence, lead, and accelerate change.

Working with an energetic and high‑performing team, you will be involved in:

Nuclear Market & Account Leadership

Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary internal team focused on delivering high‑value solutions to Ontario’s nuclear sector—including OPG, Bruce Power, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), and key supply‑chain partners. Provide clear strategic vision, technical guidance, client insights, and pursuit leadership to achieve strong growth and market penetration. You will also collaborate with GHD’s UK business and its client space in the nuclear energy market, to share capabilities, clients, and technical knowledge.

Client Relationship Development

Develop and implement a Nuclear Client Interaction Plan to build deep, intentional relationships with decision‑makers, influencers, and technical leaders across nuclear utilities, regulators, partners, and suppliers. Partner with Regional Market Leaders and Sector Leaders to elevate GHD’s presence with senior nuclear stakeholders. Promote GHD’s brand, advocate for our multidisciplinary capabilities, and maintain a deep understanding of trends shaping nuclear development, public sentiment, regulatory frameworks, and federal/provincial policy.

Strategic Growth Planning

Lead the creation and execution of a 3 to 5‑year Nuclear Growth Plan for Ontario, aligned with provincial energy policy, nuclear refurbishment schedules, SMR development milestones, and supply‑chain expansion. Drive commercial and financial performance by identifying high‑value opportunities, informing investment decisions, establishing ambitious growth targets, and tracking performance across key metrics.

Client & Project Delivery Support

Develop and implement an integrated nuclear business plan encompassing opportunity pipeline management, partnering strategies, workforce planning, quality program development, and client engagement processes. Work with Project Directors and delivery teams to ensure alignment with client expectations, regulatory requirements, and nuclear‑grade quality standards. Support critical pursuits, strategic bids, and early‑phase studies where nuclear expertise and relationship access enhance GHD’s competitiveness.

Nuclear Quality Programs & Compliance

Guide GHD’s approach to nuclear quality systems—including CSA N286 and CSA N299—by identifying where certification is required, where partnership models can be leveraged, and how quality frameworks can be scaled over time. Work with GHD’s Quality Team to implement.

Industry Knowledge & Capability Building

Maintain a deep understanding of nuclear system engineering, plant operations, refurbishment challenges, SMR technologies, regulatory processes, decommissioning approaches, waste strategies, environmental assessments, Indigenous considerations, and supply‑chain constraints. Share best practices across GHD, identify internal capability gaps, and support targeted recruitment of senior nuclear professionals. Mentor emerging talent and help build a resilient, future‑ready nuclear team.

Partnership & Supply‑Chain Engagement

Engage engineering firms, EPC contractors, testing organizations, manufacturers, and technology vendors to explore strategic collaboration. Develop a structured partnership approach with professional services firms and contractors in the space, as well as with owner/operators. Identify areas where GHD’s environmental, engineering, digital, advisory, and Indigenous engagement strengths complement partner capabilities.

Collaboration & Multidisciplinary Integration

Work closely with Market Leaders, Business Group Leaders, and Relationship Managers to position GHD for major assignments requiring cross‑disciplinary integration—such as environmental, civil, infrastructure, digital, advisory, and project management services. Support knowledge sharing, pipeline alignment, and strategic investment allocation.

Brand Building & Industry Networking

Represent GHD at key nuclear industry events, associations, and conferences—including the Canadian Nuclear Association, CANDU Owners Group, Women in Nuclear, SMR supplier days, Bruce Power and OPG vendor forums, and major policy roundtables. Build visibility, thought leadership, and credibility for GHD’s growing nuclear practice.

What you bring to the role:

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Certified Project Manager, or equivalent nuclear industry credential
• 10–20+ years of experience in the nuclear sector, including positions with utilities, EPC firms, testing labs, technology vendors, engineering firms, or regulatory/regulatory‑adjacent organizations
• Deep experience engaging with Ontario’s nuclear owners/operators (OPG, Bruce Power, CNL), including understanding of organizational structure, investment programs, contracting models, governance culture, and decision‑making pathways
• Strong working knowledge of nuclear quality programs, including CSA N286/N299, utility procurement processes, safety culture, and readiness requirements
• Experience planning, managing, or delivering work in areas such as SMR development, CANDU refurbishment, decommissioning, balance‑of‑plant design, field engineering, or nuclear environmental assessment
• Proven track record of establishing partnerships across engineering firms, constructors, manufacturers, and technology developers
• Experience developing long‑term client strategies, market entry frameworks, or technical growth plans
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, influence senior stakeholders, and navigate complex organizational environments
• Familiarity with federal/provincial nuclear policy, CNSC regulatory processes, and energy system planning in Ontario
• Ability to interpret market intelligence, identify emerging opportunities, and translate insights into actionable strategy
• Skilled interpersonal communicator with strong emotional intelligence, able to address complex issues with tact, diplomacy, and a solutions‑oriented mindset
• Ability and willingness to travel across Ontario (Darlington, Pickering, Bruce, Chalk River, Toronto)

Our Hybrid Work Model

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in‑office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

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As a multicultural organization

We encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.