Hybrid Managing Consultant, Strategic Engagement – Indigenous Interests Assessment

at ERM

• Job title: Managing Consultant, Strategic Engagement – Indigenous Interests Assessment
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: CA$95,564 - CA$116,400 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Vancouver, Canada

About the role

• Managing Consultant leading Indigenous engagement within ERM's Regulatory and Permitting Team. Driving reconciliation strategies and collaboration with Indigenous Nations for sustainable projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic Indigenous engagement and consultation programs that influence major infrastructure, natural resource, and renewable energy projects.
• Lead Indigenous Interests Assessments and integrate Indigenous knowledge into environmental and social impact assessments.
• Advise clients and internal teams on culturally appropriate practices, regulatory frameworks, and reconciliation strategies.
• Mentor and inspire multidisciplinary teams while fostering collaboration with Indigenous Nations and stakeholders.
• Conduct Indigenous Interests Assessments in compliance with Duty to Consult and Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC).
• Support Indigenous Knowledge and Traditional Land Use studies, assess impacts on rights and interests, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide strategic regulatory leadership and prepare filings, engagement summaries, and technical reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Indigenous Studies, Environmental Sciences, Anthropology, Sociology, Geography, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in Indigenous engagement, consultation, and/or Indigenous interests assessment.
• Proven track record working with Indigenous Nations in BC and/or across Canada.
• Expertise in regulatory frameworks, including BC Environmental Assessment Office or BC Energy Regulator guidelines.
• Strong leadership, facilitation, and technical writing skills.
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• Ability to travel within Canada (approx. 10%).

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• AD&D insurance
• 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP