Water Business Group Director - Canada

HDR; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Water Business Group Director to lead initiatives across Canada. This role emphasizes collaboration and strategic leadership, requiring a strong engineering background and a commitment to quality improvement. As part of a culture driven by employee ownership, you will have the opportunity to mentor teams, drive business development, and enhance operational strategies within the water sector. Join a forward-thinking firm dedicated to making a positive impact in communities through innovative engineering solutions and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in engineering or related field required.
• Registered Engineer with demonstrated leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead business group initiatives and develop effective strategies.
• Mentor personnel and participate in industry associations.

Skills

Business Development

Team Leadership

Quality Improvement

Client Development

Engineering Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of the Water Business Group Director - Canada, we'll count on you to:

• Develop and lead business group initiatives for Canada, share effective implementation of business group initiatives.
• Develop, implement and maintain an effective regional business group program, including business development strategies, new business prospects, technical services, quality, production methods and standards, all within established goals and objectives of the company and business group.
• Work cooperatively with other Regional Business Group Directors, Regional Operations Directors, Area Managers and Market Sector Directors to drive Business Group strategies and initiatives in the Regions.
• Mentor key personnel.
• Assist in the identification and prioritization of strategic hires and in the recruiting of candidates.
• Actively participate in water industry associations and organizations.
• Add strong business skill set as the Business Group point of interface with Operations.
• Committed to quality, improvement and HDR values.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or closely related field. MS preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years experience in related field.
• Registered Engineer.
• Demonstrated experience with leading diverse teams.
• Ability to work cooperatively with regional managers, technical directors and client development teams.
• Position requires that applicant resides within the Greater Toronto Area or willing to relocate.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years experience in related field.
• Proven relationships within major water organizations within Canada.
• Applicable registrations and association activities.
• Frequent travel is required (25%+).
• Committed to quality improvement and HDR values.
• Strong operations and client development skills.
• Experience with alternative delivery contracting and risk management.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.