Director, Public Utilities

At Alto, we don't just build railroads; we shape the future of passenger transportation. We are committed to innovation, passenger safety and sustainable development. We're revolutionizing the rail industry in Canada.

Do you want to work on a meaningful and exciting challenge? This is the place: Alto needs a Director, Public Utilities. Please note that the candidate may be based in one of our 3 offices: Montreal, Toronto or Ottawa.

The role

We are seeking a highly qualified Director, Public Utilities to oversee and manage public and private utility networks for a major infrastructure project. Reporting to the Vice-President, Real Property, the ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working with utilities on large-scale projects, strong analytical and commercial skills, and the ability to ensure efficient, risk-conscious, and collaborative delivery.

The responsibilities

• Lead negotiations with public and private utility corporations.
• Manage relationships with the private project partner regarding utility networks.
• Oversee risk management and analysis in collaboration with internal stakeholders (commercial, technical, community relations, etc.).
• Supervise the project’s public utility management plan, including the private partner’s activities for network identification and use of digital tools (geomatics, modeling, composite plans).
• Collaborate closely with other real property directors and internal teams.
• Facilitate public consultations and address community concerns related to utilities.
• Understand and integrate the technical and business requirements of diverse utility companies within the project framework.
• Ensure thorough due diligence (commercial, technical, financial).
• Represent and advocate for the real property team in the utilities working group.
• Develop and manage the budget for all utility-related activities.
• Lead a team of advisors and analysts, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
• Coordinate with the private development partner, government agencies, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and foster positive relationships.

The requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Infrastructure Development, Civil Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum 10 years experience working with public or private utility companies.
• Strong knowledge of technical and commercial principles for utilities in major infrastructure projects.
• Understanding of real property concepts and project management.
• Experience with public-private partnerships and collaboration with government agencies.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in both of Canada’s official languages (desirable).
• Proven problem-solving, decision-making, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Effective at leading multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• Flexible hybrid work mode.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.

Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration. To find out more about the entire project, visit Alto - Home.