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Hydroelectric Director

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Expert
Bachelor's, Master's
Montreal, QC, Canada
In PersonTravel in Quebec, Canada, and internationally as project needs require.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringWater Resources Engineering

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, 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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What believers are saying

  • GHD won 2026 recognition for hydrogen blending, dam removal, smart roundabouts, and Indigenous projects.
  • Headcount reached about 17,197 in March 2026, and 2026 job postings rose 59.7 percent.
  • Queensland's ECRi Hub partnership keeps GHD embedded with government-funded innovation and regional commercialization pipelines.

What critics are saying

  • GHD UK flagged 2025 cuts near 10 percent, hitting environment, contamination, geotechnical, and waste teams.
  • Integration risk is immediate after Bowman Engineering's May 2026 acquisition; client churn can follow overlapping cultures.
  • The strongest existential threat is margin compression across commoditized consulting, forcing deeper layoffs and retreat from weaker markets.

What makes GHD unique

  • Employee-owned GHD bought Bowman Engineering in Texas on May 20, 2026, deepening local transport expertise.
  • GHD's 165 offices across five continents give it cross-border delivery scale rivals struggle to match.
  • Its WA100 rank rose from 42 to 39 in 2026, signaling design-market credibility.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Company Match

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

15%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

16%
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