Indigenous Relations Lead

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Above all, we are a group of individuals with unique experiences and at EllisDon, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. EllisDon's commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon's purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve their full potential; to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.

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You as an 'Indigenous Relations Lead' will:

• Support a culture of Indigenous Inclusion. This includes but is not limited to ongoing Indigenous Cultural Awareness Training, recognition of significant Indigenous days of reflection, and PAIR certification.
• Collaborate with local Indigenous communities and businesses to improve capacity and participation on EllisDon projects.
• Provide strategic advice, ongoing reporting, and presentations to senior management regarding Indigenous consultation and engagement.
• Support corporate cultural awareness training and educational initiatives in the BC office.
• Lead/support project teams' Indigenous Engagement Plans and activities to facilitate opportunities with Indigenous businesses and communities.
• Support project pursuit and operations teams throughout the project lifecycle. Prepare materials, assist with written RFP and oral submissions as required.
• Foster relationships and work with Indigenous communities, clients, and governmental stakeholders to support EllisDon's Indigenous engagement strategy and initiatives.
• Oversee Indigenous relations and associated area data collection and analysis to establish, monitor, and report on area business achievements, including subcontractor engagement, Indigenous employment, training initiatives, and Indigenous community engagement.
• Prepare quarterly reports for management.
• Participate in subcontractor and client meetings as required.
• Participate in corporate socio-economic & Indigenous Relations committee meetings and associated initiatives.

Is this the right role for you?

• A./ B.S. Degree or College Diploma with 3+ years professional related work experience preferred; ideally in construction, Indigenous relation/studies, human resources
• Knowledge of the construction industry and cultural impacts associated with major project development.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous traditional and treaty rights, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action, and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
• Experience working in a commercial capacity with Indigenous businesses and Indigenous communities.
• Knowledge of best practices related to Indigenous engagement and the implementation of Indigenous Participation Plans on major projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to interact effectively at all levels within a large organization.
• Please note, this position requires some travel to different sites and events.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability, means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity.

​Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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