Director, Arctic Engineering

EXP

. Develop and implement a growth strategy for Arctic and Northern engineering services aligned with EXP’s infrastructure priorities .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeYellowknife • CanadaLead💰 CA$169,703 - CA$224,956 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Arctic and Northern engineering services, focusing on project management, client relationship management, and strategic partnerships. Proficient in leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring quality management while navigating complex regulatory environments.

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Licensed Professional Engineer10-15 Years Experience in Arctic EngineeringProject Management SkillsClient Relationship ManagementBusiness Development Capability

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Hard Skills

Civil EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructure PlanningDesign and ConstructionRisk ManagementQuality ManagementProposal LeadershipScope DevelopmentBudget ManagementContract Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipRelationship BuildingCommunicationProblem SolvingTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Civil Modelling ToolsHydraulic Modelling ToolsStormwater Modelling Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Professional EngineerValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Indigenous EngagementEnvironmental AssessmentCold-Regions EngineeringMunicipal InfrastructureClimate-Resilient InfrastructureRemote OperationsConstruction-Phase DecisionsPermitting and ApprovalsCommunity ConsultationRisk Review

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement a growth strategy for Arctic and Northern engineering services aligned with EXP’s infrastructure priorities
Act as a senior leader and trusted advisor across EXP offices and disciplines
Build and maintain relationships with Indigenous organizations and communities, governments, municipalities, regional development organizations, utilities and private-sector clients
Lead and support proposals, including scope development, pricing, resourcing, risk review, interviews and contract negotiations
Develop strategic partnerships and teaming arrangements supporting local participation and capacity building
Lead complex, multidisciplinary assignments and oversee scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, staffing and client satisfaction
Ensure projects are governed, resourced and reviewed, with timely escalation and resolution of significant issues
Support design, contract administration, claims avoidance, procurement, construction-phase decisions and project closeout
Establish technical direction and promote resilient, constructible, life-cycle-focused solutions for permafrost, climate, logistics and remote operating conditions
Review studies, designs, specifications, cost estimates, reports, drawings and contract documents
Ensure quality management, independent review, design verification and document control processes
Participate in recruitment, onboarding, performance development, succession planning and retention
Lead health, safety and environmental performance
Identify and manage technical, commercial, contractual, reputational and delivery risks
Facilitate senior-level discussions with Indigenous governments, organizations, rights holders, community representatives, regulators and funding agencies
Support permitting, approvals, consultation and environmental assessment processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental or a related engineering discipline
Licensed Professional Engineer with NAPEG, or eligible for registration in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut
Approximately 10 to 15 years or more of progressively responsible experience in Arctic, northern, remote or cold-regions engineering, including senior project and team leadership
Experience working with Indigenous communities or organizations, northern or territorial governments, municipalities, regulators or regional development organizations
Experience leading infrastructure planning, design and construction in Arctic or remote environments
Strong knowledge in one or more relevant areas such as water, wastewater, sewage lagoons, linear municipal infrastructure, transportation, buildings, site development, solid waste, geotechnical engineering or climate-resilient infrastructure
Demonstrated business development capability, including client relationship management, proposal leadership and securing new work
Strong project management and commercial skills, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality and contract management
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications
Familiarity with relevant civil, hydraulic or stormwater modelling tools is an asset, depending on the candidate’s discipline
Valid driver’s license
Ability to travel to northern and remote locations, including occasional field assignments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee referral bonus of $5000
Employee-owned company
Career growth opportunities
Challenging work environment that cultivates career growth
Workplace equity and accommodation support during the selection process