Infrastructure Sub-Sector Lead (Western Canada)

Description

• Promote and maintain a positive work environment through a culture of teamwork and One Team approach.
• Survey client needs, developing a detailed understanding of project objectives, scope, and ideal outcomes.
• Generate ongoing strategies for improving client satisfaction and sector growth.
• Lead teams and facilitate successful program and project delivery with respect to health & safety, scope, schedule, budget, QA/QC and client satisfaction.
• Work with our Technical Disciplines to identify skills gaps, and actively mentor, build, and recruit those technical skills to fulfill our growth plan.
• Be a resource for clients as the primary contact on key issues, providing perspective and feedback to SLR delivery teams.
• Stay informed on industry trends and market issues, providing reports, analysis, and recommendations where relevant.
• Take on responsibility for infrastructure sector growth and strategy in Western Canada, and specifically British Columbia.
• Develop strategic partnerships and strong working relationships with industry leaders, as well as stakeholders across SLR.
• Take on a strategic role in the Canadian Infrastructure Sector team. The Infrastructure Sector includes clients involved in the planning, design, construction and operation of infrastructure including roads, rail, ports, airports, solid waste, water, wastewater, and other public infrastructure.
• Support key proposals and contribute to the development and implementation of service line, business sector, and client business development plans.
• Champion an integrated services approach, driving growth opportunities for the full suite of SLR services.
• Identify trends and create a long-term strategy that positions SLR with key clients and key portions of the market, providing for sustainable growth.
• Lead our infrastructure sector in western Canada by developing and implementing strategies to expand our services while enhancing our marketplace presence and client portfolio.
• Establish a client management team for key target clients and work to help them grow and build their client management skills.
• Leveraging SLR’s current client base, as well as your own client base and business contacts, develop a business strategy to expand SLR’s presence in the market.

Requirements

• Willingness to travel, as needed, to participate in leadership events, conferences, and client meetings.
• Experience building and implementing a business growth strategy, project management delivery.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geoscience, or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• Deep knowledge of infrastructure sector required, with significant client network.
• 15+ years of experience as an environmental consultant in the environmental services and infrastructure sector.
• Experience in the management of multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Working knowledge of federal, provincial, municipal, and industry specific regulations and guidelines.
• Broad and extensive knowledge of a variety of technical disciplines, such as ecology, acoustics/vibration, air quality, construction monitoring, stakeholder engagement, climate resiliency planning, contaminated sites, environmental permitting, environmental health and safety, and other disciplines associated with infrastructure development.

Benefits

• Based in Vancouver with flexible work options, other locations may be considered
• The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location.
• Competitive total compensation package including comprehensive benefits, vacation, and a suite of wellness initiatives
• Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance