Business Group Leader - Water/Wastewater, Ontario, Canada

GHD has earned recognition locally and globally for its work in sustainable water solutions, encompassing all aspects of the water cycle for urban, rural, and industrial applications. This includes extensive experience in water supply, water treatment, water distribution and storage, wastewater collection and pumping, wastewater treatment, and resource recovery. GHD is focused on expanding its presence in municipal and industrial water and wastewater systems within Ontario and beyond.

The company's vision is to ensure that energy, water, and urbanization are made sustainable for future generations. The goal is to inspire the next generation of professionals in the industry. As floods, droughts, and storms become more frequent and intense, the water industry must build resilience and provide leadership. Together with clients, GHD aims to innovate and prepare for future challenges. The company encourages joining a team of diverse water specialists to drive change within communities.

Employees will have the opportunity to apply GHD's global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature, support communities, and address global challenges in water, energy, and urbanization.

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our team as the Business Group Leader for the Ontario Region Water/Wastewater Treatment group in Canada. This critical leadership position offers the opportunity to shape and drive the success of our water and wastewater treatment projects across Ontario.

As the Business Group Leader - Water/Wastewater Treatment, you will collaborate with the Ontario Operations Manager, Regional General Manager, and Water Market Leaders on multidisciplinary projects, bids, and proposals to increase GHD's presence and market share in the municipal/industrial wastewater and water treatment sectors. This role involves providing leadership in developing and delivering a variety of projects, as well as leading and mentoring a team of engineers and technical specialists.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of challenges, allowing you to:

• Develop and implement business opportunities to ensure sustainable growth for the Ontario Water/Wastewater Group's revenues.
• Oversee Business Group performance, personnel, and resources.
• Provide vision and direction for Ontario's Water and Wastewater sector that aligns with GHD's North America market strategy and contribute to the Region Market Strategy.
• Establish and cultivate relationships with existing and potential clients and partners, focusing on business development.
• Deliver technical and business leadership in the execution and completion of projects.
• Lead the Business Group in accordance with GHD's values and objectives.
• Build effective relationships with other Business Group Leaders and Market Leaders within and outside the Ontario Region.

What you will bring to the team:

• A technical background in wastewater process and engineering, holding a minimum of a B.Eng. (Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Chemical) with knowledge of wastewater and water engineering and recognized industry accreditation.
• Over 10 years of professional experience within an engineering consultancy.
• Professional engineering designation: P.Eng.
• Demonstrated technical expertise and leadership, often within multi-disciplinary teams across all project phases, including desktop studies, planning, feasibility studies, detailed design, and construction.
• Proven skills in business development, networking, and client relationship management.
• Ability to foster lasting client relationships based on trust and delivery excellence.
• Strong track record in delivering projects from proposal through to completion.
• Comprehensive knowledge of local, national, and international standards and industry guidelines.
• Capability to mentor and train team members effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership and group management experience, encompassing long-term strategic planning and growth, annual business planning, financial and project management, and staff development.
• Commitment to staff, client, project, and community safety, leading by example.

We offer flexible hybrid work options, allowing you to split your time between remote work and in-office collaboration. You also have the flexibility to work from any of our offices across the Greater Toronto Area (Mississauga, Toronto, Markham) or our Waterloo location, based on your preference and needs.

We offer an opportunity to be part of a growing and dynamic employee-owned company, a professional working environment with career development potential, flexible hours and a competitive salary package based on qualifications, skills, and experience in a privately held, quality driven and client focused company.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD. We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.