General Manager, Power Networks - Burnaby, Canada - PSC Group

Description

General Manager, Power Networks
The energy transition is vital to our future and here at PSC, we are compelled to make a difference. We are specialist consultants to the energy industry, an independent firm with global operations.

Our teams have been tackling the thorniest problems for some of the most prominent industry players for over 25 years.

We provide critical project consulting support for large energy clients, renewable developers, sustainable energy initiatives, and everything in between.

Our vision is to empower people to transform the energy industry so that, together we will power a more sustainable world.

We do the right thing, we foster bright ideas, we invest in the future and we celebrate success.


We are folks who:

• Thrive in a culture where people are our greatest asset and we truly celebrate and value the individual.
• Have an entrepreneurial spirit, love new ideas, and are always looking to improve.
• Understand that everyone has a personal life and provide a flexible work environment.
• Provide amazing growth and leadership opportunities in an autonomous role.
• Are a highly collaborative worldwide team of professionals defining the future of this industry.
• Offer competitive compensation, benefits, and development.

Role Summary

As the visionary leader driving Power Networks forward, you take the helm of the division's dynamic journey in business development, operations, and administration across the region.

Your mission is to ignite unparalleled business performance and foster unprecedented growth in alignment with our company's visionary objectives.

Guided by the global plans of PSC, you chart an inspiring course, leveraging your expertise under the guidance of the region's Managing Director.

Your leadership serves as a catalyst, inspiring a new wave of excellence. Yet your influence goes beyond leadership; you're orchestrating a symphony of success.

Collaborating closely with our business services folks - the People team, IT, Finance, Legal, and more - you're shaping a narrative that celebrates diversity and inclusivity.

Location:
This is a hybrid role located out of Burnaby, Canada.


Responsibilities:


Strategy Development and Execution:

• Craft and execute regional business unit strategies aligned with PSC Group's overarching vision.
• Lead teams from ideation to implementation, ensuring highquality results and positive business impact.
• Collaborate closely with the Managing Director and peer group GMs/leadership to establish and refine PSC Group business strategies.
• Innovate solutions for complex scenarios, driving continuous improvement, sustainable growth, and profitability.

People Leadership:

• Lead the Power Networks regional team, overseeing business plan execution, operational targets, and fostering a valuesbased team culture.
• Drive recruitment, professional development, and continuous improvement initiatives to empower individuals to excel.
• Mentor, coach, and provide career development opportunities, ensuring team members maximize their potential.

Business Development & Relationship Management:

• Collaborate with the MD and regional sales/business development leaders to drive targeted business development initiatives.
• Cultivate connections with stakeholders globally and locally, positioning PSC services for longterm value.
• Ensure a strong sales culture and comprehensive workstream for all billable business unit workers, supporting longterm growth goals.

Financial and Operational Excellence:

• Ensure effective financial and operational performance, meeting or exceeding objectives set by the Managing Director.
• Set and analyze financial objectives, implementing action plans to address gaps in growth, revenue, and other KPIs.
• Oversee budgeting, expenditure management, and adherence to operational best practices, collaborating closely with the PSC finance team.

Technical Knowledge and Leadership:

• Collaborate with global power networks leadership to enhance technical service offerings and maintain regional continuity.
• Utilize technical leadership experience to guide project management, technical review, and deliver highquality results for consulting projects.
• Manage technical teams for power system studies, leveraging industryleading tools and expertise.
• Technical tools like PSCAD, PSS/E, PSLF, EMTP, ASPEN, ETAP, TARA, DigSILENT PowerFactory, and others are used by the team and thus the leader of the teams should be.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of technical experience in transmission and distribution network planning, power system studies, or similar.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience managing technical teams within the electrical industry.
• Proven track record of meeting financial and operational targets, driving profitability and growth.
• Strong analytical, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to formulate and execute strategies, translating vision into