Consultants at ERM lead and contribute to successful consulting engagements, support marketing and business management, and actively contribute to the internal growth and development of our team, our systems and our culture. Collaborating closely with Senior Consultants and Managers, Consultants typically focus on a particular ERM advisory service area but can adapt to support other areas when needed – versatility and cross-fertilization across business lines is an important factor underlying ERM’s success.

Our Consultant, Liability Portfolio Management & Remediation will focus on a wide range of projects with the opportunity to target improved environmental, sustainability and/or socio-economic performance of natural resource management. You will be equipped to support risk management, work planning, strategic planning, reporting, and engagement. Your work is expected to contribute to client-focused strategic and work planning initiatives, stakeholder & rightsholder engagements, risk management, and Indigenous reconciliation.

Your role is accountable for:

Providing support for specific service offerings, including:
- Risk assessment of management risks and potentially technical (e.g., mine closure) risks
- Strategic planning and work planning
- Communication and reporting
- Stakeholder and rightsholder engagement
Contributing to the successful completion of specific consulting engagements by:
- Conducting web-based research, literature reviews, and database searches
- Compiling, synthesizing and analyzing data and information
- Conducting consultation and information collection activities, including interviews and surveys
- Writing background materials and contributing to the preparation of reports, manuals, and procedures
- Creating figures, charts and tables for inclusion in reports and presentations
- Report proof-reading, formatting and preparation
- Preparing presentations
- Assisting with the planning of meetings and workshops
- Acting as a rapporteur and preparing minutes and reports from workshops and meetings
Contributing to business development and marketing activities in the firm by activating your own network, extending this network over time, and preparing client proposals.
Thinking critically and strategically, helping to influence the impact of our work and the outcomes for our clients.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY FOR GROWTH

ERM offers a truly impactful work experience with opportunities to grow, lead and contribute to areas that matter to you.

Your impact may be felt personally – leading a project from start to finish, or through working as part of a bright, dynamic team with a good work-life balance.
You will impact the ability of ERM’s clients to deliver on their mandates. We work with a wide variety of organizations whose work can significantly enhance or impede sustainability and our collective pursuit of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Your work at ERM will help them shape and better fulfil their important visions.

If you have a passion for, and experience in nature resource management-focused projects, this is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to collaborate with an expert consulting team on interesting projects. Our clients span a wide range of corporate, government and non-government clients— we help them achieve positive and tangible social, environmental, and economic impact. As a team, we are shaping a sustainable future with the world’s leading organizations.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and/or Masters level degree required in a discipline related to natural resource management, sustainability or environmental science
At least 1-year’s work experience related to mining or mine closure (remediation/reclamation), preferably in a remote/Northern setting
Additional work experience within the resource management, environmental, or sustainability space is an asset
Previous consulting experience is highly desirable
Government of Canada security clearance is highly desirable (Reliability or Secret); eligibility for security clearance is required

Attributes

Collaborate naturally, are dependable and flexible
Demonstrate a positive, confident approach when working with others
Demonstrate a growth mindset and keen interest and ability to learn new skills and knowledge, applying and integrating on an ongoing basis

Your skills include:

Excellent analytical and critical thinking capability, able to collect and synthesize large amounts of information and discern what is important
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (in speaking and writing), as evidenced by clear and respectful communications with colleagues and clients
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple client/stakeholder deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to write clearly and succinctly for different audiences
Proven record of effective time management and ability to meet deadlines

For the Consultant, Liability Portfolio Management & Remediation position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $71,787 – $83,452 CAD. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where compensation may be outside of the range, based on the factors noted above. This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.

You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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 for your interest in ERM!