Director, Electrical Distribution, Western Canada

Job Description

CIMA+’s Energy & Resources team is a key player in the energy transition. With more than 800 highly qualified professional in this business sector, we are one of the largest teams specializing in this discipline among consulting engineering firms in Canada. Guided by an entrepreneurial culture based on innovation, sustainability, multidisciplinary agility and collaboration, we support our clients at all stages of their projects, from feasibility studies to commissioning. From the production of electricity from renewable sources to resource transformation, our expertise markets are the driving force of a successful energy transition. Regardless of the delivery mode our clients choose, we have the skills and experience required to deliver innovative solutions adapted to their reality. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

We are looking for a Director, Electrical Distribution, Western Canada, to lead the growth and delivery of our Western Canada distribution market operation. This will encompass everything from business development to overall execution, operational management, and delivery of CIMA+ Energy & Resources projects across the region.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background within the Electrical Distribution market with a proven track record in design, team management, and business development within this market.

This is a leadership role requiring excellent customer service acumen in order to support challenging situations along with sound commercial judgement and management skills as well as entrepreneurial ability. Working directly with the senior management team within the Energy & Resources group, the Distribution Director will be expected to positively contribute to the strategic direction, performance, growth, and profitability of the business and define and implement new strategic initiatives as required for the Electrical Distribution market.

Ideally the role will be based in our Vancouver, BC office, however other Western Canada office locations, including Kelowna, Calgary, Edmonton will also be considered for the right candidate.

Primary Responsibilities

• Accountable for driving consistency, quality, efficiency, and innovation across the Distribution business through standardized processes, lessons learned, performance metrics, digital transformation, quality improvement initiatives, and adoption of best practices.
• Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the distribution team from proposal to project delivery.
• Build excellent working relationships with key internal and external clients; manage expectations and conflicting requirements with integrity, openness and professionalism.
• Continually seek to improve on performance levels by taking advantage of innovative technology and anticipating changes in Market practices, industry trends, process trends.
• Owner of strategic client relationships, key account growth, client satisfaction, and market expansion. Responsible for developing growth strategies, identifying new opportunities, participating in major pursuits, and strengthening relationships with key utility clients across Western Canada. Attend monthly energy sector meetings reporting on strategic plans, providing KPI status, service delivery and operations performance for the Distribution market.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining the long-term staffing strategy, including workforce planning, recruitment, resource balancing across Western Canada, succession planning, and ensuring the organization has the capacity and capability to meet future client demand.
• Responsible for engineering excellence, technical governance, quality assurance, commercial risk management, contract oversight, and ensuring consistent application of engineering standards across all offices.
• Interrogate performance metrics for existing contracts, in conjunction with the senior management team to evaluate existing profitability, risk and establish whether we are fulfilling our contractual obligations.
• Support the PM team to resolve contractual issues on existing contracts, acting to identify and mitigate actual and/or potential problems.
• Develop a culture of teamwork, resilience and high performance, ensure all employees are maximising their potential by enabling coaching, mentoring, performance management, employee development, career planning, leadership development, employee engagement, and recognition.
• Develop and maintain the image and perception of the business and ensure it is known both internally and externally for its exceptional service.
• Be responsible and accountable for the Distribution market’s financial results including control, monitoring and management of overhead cost, expenditure, invoicing, and risk management.
• Develop and maintain close business relationships with clients' senior operational personnel and management teams to align delivery requirements / standards with client expectations.
• Ensure that all personnel comply with Health, Safety and Quality regulations and policies and where possible exceed industry standards.
• Travel as required to project sites and meet with clients during the lifecycle of the project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil or electrical preferred).
• Minimum of ten (10) years of technical Electrical Distribution design experience.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of team management experience.
• Registered member of Engineer and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC) or be eligible to register.
• Valid Canadian Driver’s License.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Knowledge of French is an asset.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with exceptional initiative and attention to detail.
• Excellent leadership, positive attitude and communication skills.
• An entrepreneurial approach and the ability to take on challenges in a changing environment.
• Ability to collaborate with remote partners and team members.
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence.

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• As part of our employee-owned firm, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in CIMA+’s corporate share ownership program, giving you a direct stake in the success you help create
• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 4-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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