Executive Advisor/Project Director

Full Time

The Tech Garden

To solve complex challenges, you need to challenge the status-quo. In response to steady growth within our Asset Management business, GHD Advisory is looking to bring onboard a motivated Executive Advisor/Project Director (EA/PD) to lead the expansion of GHD’s asset management practice throughout North America. As EA/PD, you will provide leadership for pursuits of both traditional and alternative delivery projects for the public and private sectors. You will also provide technical leadership for the delivery of asset management consulting assignments, which may include asset management plans, asset inventory development, level of service frameworks, O&M, and asset lifecycle strategies.

This role can be based in any of our offices in Canada – Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, or Waterloo. In the problem solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change . Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process.

Learn about leadership opportunities with GHD. At GHD Advisory we are invested in creating sustainable commercial outcomes with clients driving change in water, energy and urbanization. Join a team committed to solving complex challenges across the value chain, from capital deployment to asset management, enabling resilience, growth and sustainability. Together, we’ll help create a future for generations to come.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: Project Directorship and/or Management of projects, accountable for successful outcomes on projects with a direct connection to our clients Assist in the growth of our asset management business with a focus on performance and winning work Lead strategy for opportunity pursuits and development of capture plans Lead strategy for development of and review of proposals Champion collaboration and integration across GHD to deliver best-in-class solutions for our clients Build and foster effective relationships with key clients Direct the technical and production work of project teams, administering contractual aspects of the project, and acting as point of contact for client Direct pricing, scoping and win strategies for new work Collaborate with Market Leaders, Service Line Leaders and Project Managers within and outside the Region on work sharing and business development Develop and mentor senior leadership within the Business Group Coordinate the allocation of people to projects in agreement with the Project Manager, and provide leadership and coaching the Project Manager and team What you will bring to the team: Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in engineering, data management, or related area Minimum 10 to 15 years of experience in asset management Excellent written and oral communication skills with proven ability to develop, mentor and lead professional technical staff Strong business development, proposal preparation, and marketing skills Flexible and able to meet challenging deadlines A self-starter with sound judgment and decisiveness A standout colleague with a strong client focus If you are passionate about pursuing this position, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link above. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Why GHD?. Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges – with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

We’ll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD. EEO Statement Canada (if not applicable can be removed/revised): As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer.

Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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