Director, Data Centre & Large-Load Power Strategy

An Overview Of Your Future Role At BBA
BBA supports all players across the energy ecosystem, including power generation, transmission and distribution. We also support large industrial energy users, mainly in the mining, oil and gas sectors. More recently, we’ve seen growing demand from a new category of large energy consumers, particularly data centres. To date, BBA’s involvement in the data centre market has been largely reactive, with developers and builders reaching out to us for our expertise in grid interconnections and power systems. Going forward, BBA will take a deliberate and proactive approach to this market by establishing a dedicated data centre business line.Type of position:
Regular
An Overview Of Your Future Role At BBA
BBA supports all players across the energy ecosystem, including power generation, transmission and distribution. We also support large industrial energy users, mainly in the mining, oil and gas sectors. More recently, we’ve seen growing demand from a new category of large energy consumers, particularly data centres. To date, BBA’s involvement in the data centre market has been largely reactive, with developers and builders reaching out to us for our expertise in grid interconnections and power systems. Going forward, BBA will take a deliberate and proactive approach to this market by establishing a dedicated data centre business line.
Drawing On More Than 45 Years Of Experience Solving Complex Electrical Challenges, BBA’s Go-to-market Strategy Will Be Guided By The Following Principles
Avoid commodity building design and leverage strategic partnerships where appropriateFocus on projects larger than 25 MWLead the high-voltage scopeLead grid integration activitiesLead substation design and deliveryLead generation strategy development
An Overview Of Your Mandates And Responsibilities
You'll source and ensure successful delivery of power projects to meet the energy needs of large-load clients, primarily data centres. You’ll also occasionally support other industrial, community and utility clients operating in remote or partially grid‑connected environments. Initially, the role will focus on regional clients across Canada and gradually expand to include the U.S. market.
As a renewable power professional, you’ll lead the modelling, optimization and delivery of complex energy projects involving renewable technologies, including wind, solar PV, BESS, thermal and hydroelectric power. Your work will include studies, roadmaps and project execution.
BBA operates within a matrix structure, and the New Large Loads business line you’ll lead has both national and international focus. The business line is accountable for defining market strategy and overseeing sector performance. To deliver on its mandates, it works closely with BBA’s operational teams and disciplines across Canada and the USA. While most projects are executed through these regional teams, the business line may also directly manage and deliver certain strategic initiatives.
Business development
Coordinate the development and execution of BBA’s data centre market strategyBuild and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders across the data centre, utilities and industrial sectorsSupport the development of short‑, medium‑ and long‑term opportunity pipelines while identifying cross‑selling opportunities for BBA’s servicesSupport project sourcing efforts by identifying opportunities that align with regional priorities across Canada and evolving data centre power needsContribute to proposal development, client positioning and pursuit strategies for power and energy mandatesMaintain a strong understanding of energy market trends, particularly for data centres, off‑grid, hybrid and utility‑linked power systems
Operations
Serve as project manager and technical lead for selected strategic projects, including project development support, feasibility studies, roadmaps and execution mandatesProvide subject‑matter expertise in the modelling, optimization and integration of renewable and hybrid power systems (wind, solar PV, CSP, BESS, thermal storage, hydroelectric)Oversee technical reviews and coordinate engineering and design activities across disciplinesWork closely with BBA’s multidisciplinary teams across Canada to ensure execution excellence and alignment with client objectivesHelp develop internal expertise in data centre development, power system optimization, hybrid energy solutions and renewable integrationSupport the development of tools, methodologies and reference models for studies, roadmaps and system optimizationParticipate in knowledge sharing and thought leadership activities, including internal training, technical contributions and industry engagements
Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?
Business acumenStrategic visionAction and results-drivenAbility to see beyond established standardsConstantly seeking sustainable and agile solutionsRigour and ethicalAccountability and entrepreneurshipClient-oriented with existing networkOrganizational agility
An ov
erview of BBA’s total rewards
Annual premium program for regular employeesOnsite mobility premiumTime bankCellphone fee reimbursementsGroup insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine programRetirement savings planAnnual vacation and sick leavePremium for employee referrals
BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.
Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements
Engineering degree in a related discipline from a recognized universityAt least 15 years of relevant experienceExperience in data centre development and execution, wind and/or solar power energy, consulting engineering, business development and project executionRegistered as a Professional Engineer in CanadaExperience in equipment selection, capital cost and operating cost estimatesAvailable to travel to domestic or international destinations is required
About BBA
BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.
Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.
Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.
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