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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Senior Advisor, Load Forecasting & Power Advisory
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About the role
Type of position: Regular
An Overview Of Your Future Role
BBA is a national, employee-owned, multi-disciplinary engineering and services firm with offices coast to coast, in the U.S. and abroad. We have an established Power and Renewables business line which comprises Power Advisory and Asset Management (PAAM), Transmission and Distribution (T&D), Wind and Solar, Storage, Hydropower and Industrial Power groups. We want to strengthen our position in the PAAM group and Power Markets segment across North America.
As the Senior Advisor, Power Advisory and Load Forecasting, you’ll be responsible for driving load forecasting and power advisory services and products, as well as building and maintaining client relationships. You’ll also lead and continue to develop our load forecasting services within the North American power utility market. You’ll leverage your expertise, industry knowledge, client relationships and engineering/data science experience to achieve our objectives. Additionally, this role will include the opportunity to work on other power advisory projects within the generation and transmission market segments.
With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...
Lead the PAAM group in load forecasting, power advisory, SME support and continual improvement projects, initially focused on the utility sector, including the ability to develop tools that account for energy transition trends and triggers (e.g., EV/DER penetration, data centres) Develop models/tools to assist in the analysis of condition, forecasting and investment scenarios Develop models and frameworks for electricity planning in the context of generation projects and the bulk system Support the PAAM group in client business development, client engagement methodology development, work scheduling and workload balancing Mentor junior staff and help develop training materials while carrying out formal and informal staff education, training and mentorships Lead projects within the PAAM team, including managing resources, schedules, budgets and client expectations Deliver on assigned marketing and sales of services within the business line Contribute to the overall PAAM group strategic plan and key initiatives
Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?
Autonomous Aptitude for self-development Results-driven Excellent communication and soft skills Attention to detail Strong organizational skills Thirst to learn and excel Rigorous and ethical Caring mindset that puts people first
Overview Of Certifications And Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, finance, engineering or data science, or similar post-secondary degree At least 8 years of experience Data processing and data analytics products (Tableau, Power BI, etc.) Regional, domestic and international utility and generation company regulations Technologies and systems used by power system operators (SCADA, Metering management, GIS, CAD) Knowledge of utilities and power markets Experience and knowledge in developing load forecasts related to energy needs Knowledge of statistical analysis, programming (i.e., Python) and machine learning Project management experience Asset: knowledge of economic models in the power space (production cost, capacity expansion, ELCC, etc.) Assets: industry designation and/or continuing education
An Overview Of BBA’s Total Rewards
Annual base salary Annual premium program for regular employees Onsite mobility premium Time bank Cellphone fee reimbursements Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program Retirement savings plan for regular employees Annual vacation and sick leave Premium for employee referrals
BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.
At BBA, You Get Many Benefits
Custom training and development plans A corporate culture that values expertise Participation in innovation projects Generous pension and insurance plan Agility and listening: Your ideas are transformed into concrete initiatives Friendly, eco-mindful and high-tech workspaces Participation in innovation projects A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
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.
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About BBA Consultants
BBA is a consulting firm that specializes in providing innovative and practical solutions across various industries, including mining and metals, power and renewables, and energy and chemical processes. They focus on strategy and execution, leveraging multidisciplinary expertise to deliver resilient, reliable, scalable, and sustainable services.