Managing Consultant, Sustainability

Managing Consultant, Sustainability Join ERM as a Managing Consultant, Sustainability in Canada. Lead high‑profile projects that support resource development, reconciliation, and corporate sustainability initiatives. Shape the way organizations approach sustainability and community development. Why This Role Matters Operate at the intersection of sustainability, corporate strategy, and community development. Influence strategic decisions, foster reconciliation, and drive meaningful change across industries and communities. What Your Impact Is Strategic Leadership: Drive projects that shape sustainability strategies, governance frameworks, and community engagement programs. Client Partnership: Build trusted relationships with companies, Indigenous organizations, and governments to deliver solutions that matter. Market Growth: Contribute to ERM’s commercial success by identifying opportunities, leading proposals, and advancing thought leadership. Cultural Influence: Support ERM’s values and ERM Canada’s Reconciliation Strategy while fostering an inclusive, high‑performing team culture. What You’ll Bring Required: Master’s degree in sustainability, business management, community development, natural resource governance, or Indigenous studies. 4+ years of consulting experience delivering strategic advisory services (e.g., strategy, policy, corporate sustainability, engagement, organizational effectiveness). 4+ years of relevant work experience in northern Canada. Exceptional writing skills for diverse audiences. Deep knowledge of sustainable community development, modern treaties, natural resource governance, socio-economic development, and northern co‑management regimes. Driver's License Required: Valid driver’s license and/or ability to operate a company vehicle with frequent travel. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Preferred: 5+ years of consulting experience delivering strategic advisory services. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects. Strong initiative, problem‑solving skills, and ability to thrive in dynamic environments. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all aspects of project delivery—scope, schedule, budget, and quality. Develop sustainability strategies, materiality assessments, and reporting aligned with recognized standards. Build and maintain internal and external networks to drive business growth. Contribute to ERM’s culture by mentoring team members and supporting reconciliation initiatives. Compensation Annual base pay: $95,564–$116,400 (CAD). Pay depends on education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. Eligible for bonus pay. (Note: casual and fixed‑term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible.) Benefits 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. Who We Are As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with leading organizations to create innovative solutions, unlocking commercial opportunities while preserving future opportunities. Application Process Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available. Diversity & Inclusion We create a diverse, equitable, inclusive work environment. Join our team of world‑class experts supporting clients across organizations to operationalize sustainability. Equal Employment 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr