About the role

Principal Consultant leading Indigenous engagement and strategic impact for ERM Canada. Influencing reconciliation initiatives and integrating Indigenous knowledge in environmental assessments.

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.
Design and lead Indigenous engagement and consultation programs with clients, Indigenous Nations, regulators, 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.
Integrate Indigenous perspectives into environmental assessments and project design.
Provide strategic regulatory leadership and prepare filings, engagement summaries, and technical reports.
Mentor junior consultants and contribute to internal capacity building.
Participate in business development through proposals and client engagement.
Maintain expertise through ongoing training and stay current on regulatory changes.

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%)
Preferred: 10+ years of experience in Indigenous engagement, consultation, and/or Indigenous interests assessment
Experience with Indigenous-led or co-developed assessment models
Familiarity with stakeholder engagement platforms (e.g., Jambo, NetBenefit, StakeTracker, Borealis)
Knowledge of federal and other provincial/territorial regulations (Alberta, Ontario, Yukon, NWT, Nunavut)