Manager, Strategy & Business Development

Status: Regular Full Time

Working Conditions: Hybrid Working Environment

Education Level: Engineering, Economics or Business Administration degree would be considered an asset

Location: Toronto or Durham Region, ON

Shifts(s): Days

Travel: 10%

Deadline to Apply: July 13, 2023

Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.

ACCOMMODATIONS

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.

If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact [email protected]

NEW CAMPUS: In late 2024, OPG is establishing our new campus at 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario. The new campus will provide a cutting-edge work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.

Job Overview

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Manager, Strategy & Business Development located in Toronto or Durham Region, Ontario.

Reporting to the Senior Manager Projects, the Manager, Strategy & Business Development is responsible for developing and managing our business strategy for OPG to drive business growth and identify new opportunities to expand our operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and implementing successful business strategies in the energy sector and cultivating long-term relationships with key stakeholders.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to OPG’s public outreach, engagement and education efforts as part of the company’s commitment to growing its social license.

Key Accountabilities 

• Lead the business development team in pursuing new business opportunities and developing proposals.
• Provide leadership on projects and initiatives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including partners, clients, government agencies and vendors.
• Develop and implement business strategies that align with company goals and objectives.
• Identify and evaluate new areas of growth and opportunity for our energy and/or nuclear services.
• Perform market analysis to identify trends, competitive landscape and market opportunities.
• Analyze and manage financial performance, budgeting and forecasting.

EDUCATION

• Engineering, Economics or Business Administration degree would be considered an asset

 

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in the energy or nuclear sector.
• Experience working collaboratively with diverse levels of government.
• Exhibits strong leadership qualities and possesses well-developed analytical and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Demonstrated ability to provide direction, including providing advice and influencing personnel to others to achieve results.
• Experience with planning for new nuclear projects including small modular reactors and nuclear refurbishments will be an asset.
• Excellent understanding of government and stakeholder relations.
• Knowledgeable of clean energy initiatives in Ontario such as hydrogen, cogeneration, pumped storage, and similar technologies.
• Experience in driving strategic initiatives and implementing change.
• Strong expertise in strategic planning of energy or infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies such as IESO, CNSC, and IAAC.
• The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work activities to satisfy changing requirements;
• Knowledge of provincial and federal energy policies.

What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.

At OPG, our values are our strengths.  They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change: 

Safety – it’s our business

Integrity – always lead with integrity

Excellence – never satisfied with good enough

Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes

Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our Promise To You

• We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.
• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
• Opportunities to stretch and develop.
• Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 PM E.S.T., July 13, 2023 .  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.