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Hydroelectric Director

Water Resources EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMontreal, QC, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university degree in civil engineering or a related field is required; a master's degree is preferred.
  • Hold a professional engineering designation (ing. or P.Eng.) or be eligible for registration with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
  • Have at least 15 years of hydrotechnical engineering experience, focused on hydroelectric facilities and pumped-storage plants; experience with mine tailings dams is an asset.
  • Be proficient with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC-RAS, SWMM, and MIKE.
  • Have experience working in multidisciplinary teams and managing interfaces among hydrotechnical, structural, geotechnical, and mechanical disciplines.
  • Have excellent written and spoken French and English skills.
  • Have recognized technical leadership in hydrotechnical engineering for hydroelectric facilities, related infrastructure, and pumped-storage plants.
  • Have successfully developed and grown strong client relationships, ideally with Hydro-Québec or other hydroelectric-sector clients.
  • Have proven project-management and time-management experience, including preparing budgets, work programs, proposals, bids, technical submissions, and reports.
  • Have recognized project-team management skills in a multidisciplinary consulting-engineering environment.
  • Be able to mentor and develop junior staff.
  • Be committed to maintaining a healthy and safe workplace.
  • Have practical knowledge of applicable Canadian and Quebec standards, guidelines, and current industry practices.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership in hydrotechnical analysis for projects involving hydroelectric facilities, water-storage dams, mine tailings facilities, river engineering, flood protection, and impact assessments.
  • Develop and implement advanced hydrologic and hydraulic models.
  • Prepare technical reports, design plans, and specifications for hydrotechnical and hydraulic structures.
  • Lead and supervise design for major projects, including new construction, upgrades, and safety improvements.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary geotechnical, structural, mechanical, electrical, and environmental teams to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Develop and maintain client relationships, including with Hydro-Québec and other stakeholders in the hydroelectric, mining, and water sectors.
  • Represent GHD in professional associations, technical committees, and industry conferences as an opinion leader in hydrotechnical engineering.
  • Coach and develop junior engineers and technical staff in advanced hydrotechnical modeling and analysis methods.
  • Support business development, proposal preparation, and client presentations related to hydrotechnical projects.
  • Provide recognized technical leadership for the design, documentation, and reporting of hydrotechnical analyses and hydraulic works for hydroelectric facilities, pumped-storage plants, dams, mine tailings facilities, and river-engineering projects.
  • Travel within Quebec, Canada, and internationally as project needs require.
  • Provide specialist advice during client tenders and bid evaluations, and offer design advice and quality control during construction.
  • Work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting budgets and schedules to support timely project delivery.
  • Contribute to preparing proposals that are successful with clients.
  • Continuously comply with GHD's quality, environmental management, and occupational health and safety systems.
  • Prepare clear and concise reports and presentations for clients.
  • Pursue industry recognition as a leader in hydrotechnical engineering.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with mine tailings dams is an asset.
  • Prior experience with Hydro-Québec or other hydroelectric-sector clients is strongly valued.
  • Graduate degrees or certifications in hydrotechnical engineering are an asset.

About the Company

GHD

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ghd, a brand under Coty, makes premium hair styling tools for professional and home use, including straighteners, hair dryers, and curling irons. The devices are designed to deliver salon-quality results and rely on premium build and performance across its product lines. ghd sells through multiple channels, such as its own website, luxury retailers like Nordstrom, and online platforms like Amazon, creating a direct-to-consumer and luxury retail presence. Unlike many brands, it focuses on a niche of high-performance tools with a strong brand reputation, targeting consumers who want professional-grade results. The company aims to grow its market share in beauty by offering reliable, high-quality tools that are familiar to professionals and consumers alike.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$300K
Headquarters
Warrington, United Kingdom
Founded
1927

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