Senior Management Consultant

HDR; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 144,900 - 227,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement savings plan with employer

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Management Consultant to join our Canadian Water Business Group. The selected candidate will manage all aspects of utility management projects, primarily in water and wastewater in Ontario, collaborating with HDR’s engineering and Utility Management Services staff across the company and with teaming partners.

This role will lead medium- to large‑staff professional teams, act as Project/Program Manager on larger engagements, and provide strategic advisory services to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a closely related field.
• Minimum 10 years of consulting experience with extensive related expertise.
• Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong relationship, organizational and follow-up skills.
• Commitment to active participation in an employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor with recognized authority on complex issues for water and wastewater clients.
• Plan and develop projects and consulting engagements that significantly influence client operations and capital programs.
• Plan, organize, and supervise medium‑ to large‑staff professional teams as needed.
• Act as Project or Program Manager on larger projects, though project management is not the sole focus.
• Provide professional consultation on utility planning and organizational structure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Writing ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HDR is looking for a Senior Management Consultant to join our Canadian Water Business Group. The selected candidate will manage all aspects of utility management projects, primarily in water and wastewater in Ontario, collaborating with HDR’s engineering and Utility Management Services staff across the company and with teaming partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor with recognized authority on complex issues for water and wastewater clients.
• Plan and develop projects and consulting engagements that significantly influence client operations and capital programs.
• Plan, organize, and supervise medium‑ to large‑staff professional teams as needed.
• Act as Project or Program Manager on larger projects, though project management is not the sole focus.
• Provide professional consultation on utility planning and organizational structure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of consulting experience with extensive related expertise, including owner’s advisory roles.
• Minimum 15 years of water and wastewater industry experience.
• Master’s degree.
• Strong leadership skills and project management experience with multiple national remote teams.
• Proven experience managing projects, client relationships, proposal development, and business development.
• Self‑starter with excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills.
• Local candidates preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a closely related field.
• Minimum 10 years of consulting experience with extensive related expertise.
• Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook).
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong relationship, organizational and follow‑up skills.
• Commitment to active participation in an employee‑owned culture.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Compensation Range (Ontario): $144,900 - $227,700

Primary Location: Canada – Ontario – Toronto
Other Locations: Canada – Ontario – Kingston, Richmond Hill, Burlington, Ottawa
Industry: Water
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Utility Management Services

HDR is committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.