Nuclear Energy Leader - Ontario

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Job Description There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that! Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

GHD is committed to driving bold, sustainable, and profitable growth in the energy sector by expanding and investing in our most strategically important clients. Nuclear power is central to Ontario’s decarbonization, electrification, and reliability agenda. As the province advances major refurbishments, new builds, and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), GHD aims to become a trusted advisor, integrator, and delivery partner across the nuclear lifecycle.

Who are we looking for? As Nuclear Energy Leader for GHD’s Ontario Region, you will represent the voice of our nuclear clients and supply‑chain partners, and play a critical role in shaping GHD’s nuclear market strategy. You will exemplify world‑class client relationship leadership—combining technical credibility, regulatory understanding, commercial insight, and a partnership‑first mindset. You will lead the creation and execution of GHD’s nuclear growth plan, elevate the client experience, and position GHD as a differentiated, high‑value partner across the nuclear ecosystem.

Passionate about building relationships and advancing nuclear development in Ontario, with a future view towards Canada, you will work across markets and disciplines to represent nuclear client perspectives, build strategic partnerships, drive collaboration, and position GHD for long‑term opportunity. You will be empowered to influence, lead, and accelerate change.

Responsibilities Working with an energetic and high‑performing team, you will be involved in:

Nuclear Market & Account Leadership

– Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary internal team focused on delivering high‑value solutions to Ontario’s nuclear sector, providing strategic vision, technical guidance, client insights, and pursuit leadership. Collaborate with GHD’s UK business and its client space in the nuclear energy market.

Client Relationship Development

– Develop and implement a Nuclear Client Interaction Plan to build deep relationships. Partner with Regional Market Leaders and Sector Leaders to elevate GHD’s presence and maintain understanding of trends.

Strategic Growth Planning

– Lead the creation and execution of a 3 to 5‑year Nuclear Growth Plan for Ontario, aligned with provincial policy and refurbishment schedules.

Client & Project Delivery Support

– Implement an integrated nuclear business plan, work with Project Directors and delivery teams to ensure alignment with client expectations and nuclear‑grade quality standards.

Nuclear Quality Programs & Compliance

– Guide GHD’s approach to nuclear quality systems, identifying certification needs and leveraging partnership models.

Industry Knowledge & Capability Building

– Maintain a deep understanding of nuclear system engineering, plant operations, refurbishments, SMR technologies, regulatory processes, and more. Share best practices and support talent development.

Partnership & Supply‑Chain Engagement

– Engage engineering firms, EPC contractors, and vendors to explore collaboration and develop partnership approaches.

Collaboration & Multidisciplinary Integration

– Work with Market Leaders to position GHD for major assignments requiring cross‑disciplinary integration.

Brand Building & Industry Networking

– Represent GHD at key nuclear industry events, associations, and conferences, building visibility and credibility.

Qualifications

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Certified Project Manager, or equivalent nuclear industry credential

10–20+ years of experience in the nuclear sector, including positions with utilities, EPC firms, testing labs, technology vendors, engineering firms, or regulatory‑adjacent organizations

Deep experience engaging with Ontario’s nuclear owners/operators and understanding of organizational structure, investment programs, contracting models, governance culture, and decision‑making pathways

Strong working knowledge of nuclear quality programs, including CSA N286/N299, utility procurement processes, safety culture, and readiness requirements

Experience planning, managing, or delivering work in areas such as SMR development, CANDU refurbishment, decommissioning, balance‑of‑plant design, field engineering, or nuclear environmental assessment

Proven track record of establishing partnerships across engineering firms, constructors, manufacturers, and technology developers

Experience developing long‑term client strategies, market entry frameworks, or technical growth plans

Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, influence senior stakeholders, and navigate complex organizational environments

Familiarity with federal/provincial nuclear policy, CNSC regulatory processes, and energy system planning in Ontario

Ability to interpret market intelligence, identify emerging opportunities, and translate insights into actionable strategy

Skilled interpersonal communicator with strong emotional intelligence, able to address complex issues with tact, diplomacy, and a solutions‑oriented mindset

Ability and willingness to travel across Ontario (Darlington, Pickering, Bruce, Chalk River, Toronto)

Hybrid Work Model Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in‑office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

EEO Statement As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

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