Principal Consultant, Strategic Engagement

Principal Consultant, Strategic Engagement & Indigenous Interests Assessment Join to apply for the Principal Consultant, Strategic Engagement & Indigenous Interests Assessment role at ERM. Lead the Future of Indigenous Engagement and Strategic Impact at ERM. Are you ready to shape meaningful change and influence how organizations advance reconciliation in Canada? At ERM, we’re not just consultants—we’re trusted partners driving sustainable solutions and fostering respectful relationships with Indigenous Nations. Why This Role Matters As a Principal Consultant, your work will directly support ERM’s Reconciliation Strategy and the Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. This role is about more than compliance—it’s about building trust, integrating Indigenous knowledge into decision‑making, and shaping projects that respect rights and deliver shared benefits. What Your Impact Is 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. What You’ll Bring Required 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). Key Responsibilities 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. Location Flexible within British Columbia (Vancouver, Smithers) or other Canadian offices (Whitehorse, Calgary, Saskatoon), with remote options available. Compensation The anticipated annual base pay is $108,001–$131,050 (CAD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed‑term/flex‑force employees are not bonus eligible). Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees. Note Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures. Who We Are As the largest global pure‑play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. Accessibility ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Equal Opportunity ERM is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, Indigenous identity, or status as a protected veteran or qualified individual with a disability. Recruiting Agency Policy ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank You Thank you for your interest in ERM #J-18808-Ljbffr