Regional Director – Ottawa

The Regional Director – Ottawa is responsible for the overall leadership, growth, and performance of ABS’s Ottawa office. This role combines business development, operational oversight, team leadership, and client relationship management, with a strong hands\-on presence in the local market.

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the Ottawa office, ensuring alignment with ABS’s corporate strategy, values, and performance expectations
  


• Oversee day\-to\-day operations, including staffing, resource planning, utilization, and financial performance
  


•  Develop and manage the regional budget, monitor KPIs, and ensure profitability and sustainable growth
  


• Ensure compliance with ABS policies, quality standards, and health and safety requirements
  


• Foster a strong, collaborative, and accountable office culture in a growing team environment
  

Business Development & Market Expansion

• Lead regional business development activities across ABS’s core service lines (geotechnical, environmental, materials testing, and related engineering services)
  


• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities with public and private sector clients, including municipalities, developers, contractors, and institutional clients
  


• Leverage existing networks and actively build new relationships in the Ottawa and Eastern Ontario market
  


• Act as a senior client contact for key strategic accounts
  


• Collaborate with other ABS offices and leaders to support cross\-regional pursuits and integrated service offerings
  

Technical & Project Oversight

• Provide senior\-level oversight and strategic input on major projects, proposals, and client engagements
  


• Support project teams in managing risk related to scope, schedule, budget, and client expectations
  


• Contribute directly to projects and technical leadership as required (typically 20–40% of time, depending on background and office maturity)
  


• Ensure high standards of technical quality and professional practice consistent with Ontario regulations and industry best practices
  

Talent & Team Development

• Recruit, develop, and retain top technical and project management talent in the region
  


• Coach and mentor project managers and emerging leaders, particularly in client management and business development
  


• Conduct performance management activities and support career development planning
  


• Promote a safe, inclusive, and performance\-driven workplace
  

Collaboration & Corporate Integration

• Act as a key link between the Ottawa office and ABS’s broader organization
  


• Encourage collaboration across disciplines, offices, and regions
  


• Contribute to corporate initiatives, process improvements, and strategic planning as a member of the leadership group
  

• Entrepreneurial and accountable
  


• Client\-focused and commercially astute
  


• Strong commitment to health and safety
  


• Collaborative, inspirational leadership style
  


• Comfortable operating in growth and change environments
  


• Able to balance strategic thinking with hands\-on execution
  

• University degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
  


• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably within a consulting engineering or environmental services firm
  


• Demonstrated experience in business development, client relationship management, and market growth
  


• Strong understanding of the Ontario consulting market, particularly in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario
  


• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing office or regional operations
  


• Proven ability to manage budgets, KPIs, and operational performance
  


• Strong leadership presence with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  


• Entrepreneurial mindset with a results\-driven approach
  


• Fluency in English required bilingualism (English/French) considered a strong asset
  


• Existing regional network of contacts considered a significant asset
  

• Flexible schedule;
  


• Various shifts available (day, evening, weekend) with eligible incentive;
  


• Competitive salary and possibility for overtime;
  


• Benefits from day 1 (group insurance | RRSP | virtual medicine, available 24/7 | EAP);
  


• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
  


• Recognition: any time is a good time to celebrate!
  


• Several committees in place for social activities!