Business Development Manager

Loading Back to search results Apply By: Tuesday, November 24, 2026 11:59 pm EST Business Development Manager Job ID: 250357 Posting status: Open Organization: Ontario Clean Water Agency Division: Business Development, Sales City: Kirkland Lake Position(s) language: English Job term: 1 Permanent Job code: 5A004 - Admin05 Salary: $80,089.00 - $115,402.00 Per year (Remote) Water is our business and our passion. It can be yours too. The water professionals at OCWA know the value of water better than anyone. Our work benefits communities across Ontario every day. Our job (and possibly yours) is also to return treated and safe water back to our lakes and rivers. At OCWA, we have a deep respect for the environment and our responsibility for the health of the communities we serve drives us. A job at OCWA is an opportunity to make a positive impact on millions—a big responsibility. Are you ready? We think you are. So come on in. The water is perfect. Join the management team at the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) in an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire a dynamic team in the provision of safe, client oriented, and valuable water management services in the province of Ontario. About the job In this role you will: Support or act as the point person to municipalities, commercial organizations and partners in providing expertise and solutions for water and waste water environments. Support the local management and help generate partnerships for a geographic territory/region while working with service delivery teams (such as our Operations and Engineering Teams); renew current contracts and obtain new business through close collaboration with these teams. Support the development of local sales and marketing plans and execute these plans to meet pre-set local and corporate goals for the organization. Ensure OCWA is highly visible in the geographic area and recognized as the leader in the water /wastewater services sector. Support OCWA's sales and marketing activities through industry associations, conferences etc. to develop leads and sales activities. Provide exceptional client relations and customer service to OCWA clients and partners by participating in regular meetings and supporting senior leadership with strategic initiatives, contract management, and organizational change What you bring to the team Mandatory requirements Valid driver's license. Skills and Ability include Business management, sales and account management skills with a proven track record of achieving growth and business objectives Communication, Political Acuity and Relationship Management Skills. Knowledge of client business goals and directions, economic/market environmental changes that impact on client's long-term business plans. Knowledge of business management practices to operate efficiently in order to realize gain while maintaining a high level of service. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Demonstrated analytical, conceptual, consultation and problem solving skills. Excellent qualitative and quantitative research, planning and evaluating skills. Proficiency in strategically identifying research and development needs for the Agency. Exceptional organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize well and meet strict deadlines. Other Essential Skills Knowledge of financial resources management to develop and manage department budget and capital projects. Knowledge of procurement policies and procedures to oversee all stages of acquisition of goods and services and prepare RFQs and RFPs. Demonstrated knowledge of human resources management practices, policies and guidelines. Demonstrated knowledge of managing multiple projects simultaneously. Leading and promoting a health and safety culture. OPS/OCWA's commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promoting a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, …

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