Office Director - Mining Engineering, Salt Lake City

Type of position: Régulier

Your future role on our team

As the office director, you’ll report to Country Manager and will oversee daily operations while contributing to the firm’s objectives. While leading our new office in Salt Lake City, your main responsibility will be to cultivate long-term relationships with both existing and potential clients in the region. You’ll oversee office operations to provide clients with hands-on, cutting-edge expertise throughout the entire project life cycle. You’ll also work with BBA’s offices in other countries to align and support the integration of corporate directives.

In line with our strategic plan, you’ll use your network of contacts and experience in the mining industry to develop the U.S. market and drive new business across our other core areas of expertise.

This role will give you the opportunity to work with a talented team in an integrated and cross-functional setting. If you're client-focused, have strong business acumen and strive to unlock team potential, this journey may be your next opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both our firm and your career. Let’s start the conversation and see what we can achieve together.

An Overview Of Your Mandates And Responsibilities

• Lead regional business development activities in the mining sector by seeking out new opportunities through networking or referrals
• Develop a strong and healthy project opportunity pipeline in the region
• Prepare annual budget estimates for the office, implement strategies in line with the firm’s strategic plan and assess objectives based on KPIs
• Recruit the most talented candidates, develop the technical expertise of teams and manage performance to maintain a high level of service
• Provide project, technical or business development leadership ~30% of your working time
• Rigorously carry out health and safety roles and responsibilities
• Ensure collaboration objectives are achieved with other offices, teams and departments, both regionally and nationally
• Promote an innovative culture and empower your employees to develop creative solutions that enhance the organization's business practices
  
  

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Inspirational leadership
• Caring mindset that puts people first
• Rigorous and ethical
  
  

Summary Of Certifications And Job Requirements

• University degree in engineering or diploma in a relevant study program
• At least 15 years of relevant experience, notably within a consulting engineering firm
• Experience and interest in business development
• In-depth knowledge of multidisciplinary engineering
• Experience in engaging and managing teams
• Excellent soft skills and collaborative management skills
• Experience in organizational development and in managing multidisciplinary work teams
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Asset: ability to speak, read and/or write in Spanish and/or French
• Asset: knowledge of the mining and metals sector
• Asset: significant network of contacts in the mining and metals sectors, particularly in the western United States (Utah, Nevada, Idaho, Arizona) and Mexico
  
  

An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards

• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Annual paid time off (PTO)
• Statutory holidays
• Premium 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.

At BBA, You Get Many Benefits

• A corporate culture that values expertise
• On site and at the office: Health, safety and the environment are in our DNA
• Opportunity to mentor our next generation: We invest in our people and help them develop
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy
• A growing business with many opportunities
• Access to a leadership program
• Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces
• Committees involved in important causes: diversity, social commitment, and more
• An inclusive culture that values diversity, respect and openness
  
  

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.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.