Senior Engineer and Business Development Leader – Thermal Power Generation, Canadian Prairies region

BBA Consultants; Calgary; Presencial; CAD 140 000 - 190 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Annual premium benefits program

Onsite mobility premium

Time bank

Cellphone reimbursement

Group insurance from day one

Resumo da oferta

BBA Consultants seeks a Senior Engineer and Business Development Leader for the Thermal Power Generation line in the Canadian Prairies, including Calgary and surrounding markets.

You will drive BD strategy, manage key client relationships, and guide proposals with engineering and project delivery teams to secure contracts across new builds, refurbishments and energy transition efforts. Strong leadership and travel are required.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration or a related field; MBA an asset.
• Over 10 years of experience in business development, sales or client relationship management in thermal power generation, energy or industrial consulting.
• Established network among Canadian Prairies utilities, IPPs, cogeneration operators and asset owners.
• Comfortable contributing to technical discussions and supporting project management alongside BD duties.
• Proven track record of securing and growing contracts in professional engineering services.
• Ability to travel regularly within the Canadian Prairies and occasionally beyond.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).
• Valid driver's licence.
• Asset: working knowledge of thermal power generation assets.
• Asset: working knowledge of French (spoken and written).

Responsabilidades

• Lead and grow BD activities for Thermal Power Generation across the Canadian Prairies.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with utilities, IPPs, cogeneration operators and industrial clients.
• Lead pursuit and proposal efforts with engineering, operations and delivery teams.
• Represent BBA in regional power generation sector events and associations.
• Monitor market trends and regulatory developments affecting thermal power generation.
• Support account planning and relationship management for strategic thermal power accounts.
• Mentor junior BD and marketing staff and contribute to marketing materials.
• Travel regularly within the Canadian Prairies and occasionally beyond.

Conhecimentos

Fluent English

Leadership

Relationship management

Business development

Strategic thinking

Travel willingness

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration or related field

MBA (asset)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Senior Engineer and Business Development Leader – Thermal Power Generation, Canadian Prairies region

Job available in these locations:

• Calgary, AB, Canada
• Edmonton, AB, Canada
• Winnipeg, MB, Canada
• Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

Your role will consist of leading and growing BBA’s business development activities for the Thermal Power Generation business line across the Canadian Prairies. Working closely with utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), cogeneration operators and industrial clients, you’ll support clients operating thermal power generation assets.

You’ll build and maintain strategic relationships across the thermal power generation value chain, including new builds, refurbishment, life extension, cogeneration and energy transition initiatives. You’ll also lead pursuit and proposal efforts in close collaboration with BBA's thermal power engineering, operations and project delivery teams. As a key representative of BBA in the regional power generation sector, you’ll help shape the business line's growth strategy and market positioning.

In addition to business development, you’ll be directly involved in select thermal power generation projects, providing both technical and project management support, working alongside engineering and delivery teams throughout the project lifecycle.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Develop and execute the business development strategy for the Thermal Power Generation business line across the Canadian Prairies region, aligned with BBA's growth objectives
• Identify, qualify and pursue new business opportunities with utilities, IPPs, cogeneration operators and industrial power producers operating thermal power generation assets
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing and prospective thermal power clients, understanding their strategic priorities, capital plans, and long-term asset needs
• Lead proposal preparation, presentations and value propositions for thermal power projects, in close collaboration with technical and project teams
• Track and pursue opportunities across the full asset life cycle: new builds, capacity upgrades, life extension, major overhauls and plant refurbishments
• Represent BBA at power generation industry events, conferences, trade shows and associations across the Canadian Prairies
• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments and emerging opportunities in thermal power generation and the broader energy transition
• Work closely with BBA's thermal power engineering, operations and project delivery teams to align client commitments with execution capacity
• Support account planning and relationship management for strategic thermal power accounts
• Contribute to the thermal power business line's regional growth plans and marketing materials
• Mentor and support junior business development and marketing staff
• Get involved in select thermal power generation projects, contributing technical input alongside BBA's engineering teams
• Support project management activities on select mandates, including scope, schedule, budget and client coordination
• Participate in technical reviews, site visits and client technical discussions to maintain credibility and strengthen relationships
• Serve as a bridge between business development and technical delivery teams, ensuring a smooth handoff and continuity throughout the project life cycle
• Remain current on technical developments, codes and best practices relevant to thermal power generation

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Results-driven
• Inspirational leadership
• Willingness to work together while having fun
• Ability to share and pass on knowledge

Summary of certifications and job requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration or a related field; MBA an asset
• Over 10 years of experience in business development, sales or client relationship management within the thermal power generation, energy or industrial consulting sectors
• An established network of contacts among Canadian Prairies utilities, IPPs, cogeneration operators and thermal power asset owners
• Comfortable contributing to technical discussions and supporting project management activities alongside business development duties
• Proven track record of securing and growing contracts in a professional engineering services environment
• Ability to travel regularly within the Canadian Prairies and occasionally beyond
• Fluent English (both spoken and written)
• Valid driver's licence
• Asset: working knowledge of thermal power generation assets and technologies
• Asset: working knowledge of French (both spoken and written)

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Onsite mobility premium
• Time bank
• Cellphone fee reimbursements
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
• Retirement savings plan
• Annual vacation and sick leave
• Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, you get many benefits

• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
• A corporate culture that values expertise
• Promotion of our experts (SMEs), both externally and internally
• A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.