Senior Project Engineer - Bio-Based and Specialty Chemicals Sector

Type of position: Regular

About the Role:

BBA is expanding its presence in Ontario’s chemical sectors. We are looking for a high-impact leader with proven experience in executing bio-based and specialty chemical projects. In this pivotal role, you will lead the delivery of complex projects, applying your technical expertise to ensure successful outcomes, and be expected to bring in business opportunities by leveraging your network. You will work at the intersection of innovation, engineering, and market development to help position BBA as Ontario’s go-to technical partner for specialty chemical projects.

Project Delivery:

- Drive the delivery of multidisciplinary projects ranging in scale from short-term projects lasting a few weeks to large, long-duration initiatives.

- Proactively manage and resolve technical, financial, schedule and workforce issues in a timely manner to mitigate potential variances.

- Ensure the quality of professional services rendered to preserve BBA’s professional image.

- Lead the preparation of project deliverables such as cost estimation, logistic plans, contracts plans, schedules, study reports, project execution plans, risk and opportunities registers.

- Coordinate the preparation of technical deliverables across multiple disciplines including process, mechanical, piping, civil, structural, electrical and instrumentation.

Project and Opportunity Development:

- Build relationships with plant operators, developers, technology providers, and government-funded projects across Ontario.

- Understand and promote BBA’s portfolio to potential and existing clients.

- Lead the preparation of proposals including defining scope with clients, budget and schedule estimation, and presentation of proposals to clients.

- In collaboration with BBA’s global market director, support the execution of the strategy to position BBA in Ontario’s chemicals sector.

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

- Is honest and trustworthy; adheres to BBA ethics and values

- Is committed to the firm's success

- Illustrates business acumen (internal/external entrepreneurship)

- Has the ability direct reports and others

- Able to forecast work, end dates, and costs

- Demonstrates commitment to health, safety, and sustainability

- Drives to excel

- Demonstrates rigour in executing tasks and in taking ownership

- Shows a desire to mentor and knowledge-share

- Showcases agility within project work and collaboration

Overview of certifications and job requirements

- 15+ years of experience in project development, or technical consulting in energy, chemicals, or cleantech

- Deep understanding of the Ontario industrial and energy landscape

- Proven track record in client-facing roles or business development

- Experience in early-stage project definition and stakeholder management

- Proactive to stay up to date in market trends, emerging technologies, and key investment in the sector

- Additional asset: Experience in biomass

- Additional asset: Active in chemical-related associations and participating in networking events

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

- Annual premium program for regular employees.

- Access to a time bank.

- Onsite mobility premium.

- Cellphone Program.

- Group insurance plan starting day one including short-term and long-term disability insurance for regular employees.

- Retirement saving plan for regular employees.

- Vacation and sick leave.

- Premium offered through the Employee Referral program.

BBA considers many factors to determine the annual base salary such as, but no limited to: market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications, and other relevant competencies

At BBA, you get many benefits

- Long-term hiring (not just project-based)

- Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions

- Wide playing field, based on your interests, from technical and team management to project management

- Participation in innovation projects

- A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge

- Custom training and development plans

- Annual bonus

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.