Regional Director – Ottawa

Ottawa - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 10-15years

Posted on: 5 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job summary

The Regional Director Ottawa is responsible for the overall leadership growth and performance of ABSs Ottawa office. This role combines business development operational oversight team leadership and client relationship management with a strong hands-on presence in the local market.

As ABS continues to expand its footprint in Ontario the Regional Director will play a key entrepreneurial role establishing the firm as a trusted engineering and environmental consulting partner in the National Capital Region and Eastern Ontario. The position requires a leader who understands the Ontario consulting market can develop a sustainable pipeline of work and can translate corporate strategy into local execution and results.

Responsabilities:

Regional Leadership & Office Management

Provide overall leadership and direction for the Ottawa office ensuring alignment with ABSs corporate strategy values and performance expectations
Oversee day-to-day operations including staffing resource planning utilization and financial performance
Develop and manage the regional budget monitor KPIs and ensure profitability and sustainable growth
Ensure compliance with ABS policies quality standards and health and safety requirements
Foster a strong collaborative and accountable office culture in a growing team environment

Business Development & Market Expansion

Lead regional business development activities across ABSs core service lines (geotechnical environmental materials testing and related engineering services)
Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities with public and private sector clients including municipalities developers contractors and institutional clients
Leverage existing networks and actively build new relationships in the Ottawa and Eastern Ontario market
Act as a senior client contact for key strategic accounts
Collaborate with other ABS offices and leaders to support cross-regional pursuits and integrated service offerings

Technical & Project Oversight

Provide senior-level oversight and strategic input on major projects proposals and client engagements
Support project teams in managing risk related to scope schedule budget and client expectations
Contribute directly to projects and technical leadership as required (typically 2040% of time depending on background and office maturity)
Ensure high standards of technical quality and professional practice consistent with Ontario regulations and industry best practices

Talent & Team Development

Recruit develop and retain top technical and project management talent in the region
Coach and mentor project managers and emerging leaders particularly in client management and business development
Conduct performance management activities and support career development planning
Promote a safe inclusive and performance-driven workplace

Collaboration & Corporate Integration

Act as a key link between the Ottawa office and ABSs broader organization
Encourage collaboration across disciplines offices and regions
Contribute to corporate initiatives process improvements and strategic planning as a member of the leadership group

Profile :

Entrepreneurial and accountable
Client-focused and commercially astute
Strong commitment to health and safety
Collaborative inspirational leadership style
Comfortable operating in growth and change environments
Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

University degree in Engineering Geology Environmental Science or a related discipline
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience preferably within a consulting engineering or environmental services firm
Demonstrated experience in business development client relationship management and market growth
Strong understanding of the Ontario consulting market particularly in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing office or regional operations
Proven ability to manage budgets KPIs and operational performance
Strong leadership presence with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Entrepreneurial mindset with a results-driven approach
Fluency in English required bilingualism (English/French) considered a strong asset
Existing regional network of contacts considered a significant asset

ABS Advantages:

Flexible schedule;
Various shifts available (day evening weekend) with eligible incentive;
Competitive salary and possibility for overtime;
Benefits from day 1 (group insurance RRSP virtual medicine available 24/7 EAP);
Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
Recognition: any time is a good time to celebrate!
Several committees in place for social activities!

Work in a dynamic team-oriented environment!

** Please note that the use of the masculine gender is used without any discrimination and solely for the purpose of simplifying the text **

Job summaryThe Regional Director Ottawa is responsible for the overall leadership growth and performance of ABSs Ottawa office. This role combines business development operational oversight team leadership and client relationship management with a strong hands-on presence in the local market.As ABS...