Job DescriptionThe OpportunityBuild the Future With Us -At WSP, we are committed to advancing reconciliation through meaningful relationships, partnerships, and measurable outcomes with Indigenous Peoples, communities, organizations, and businesses across Canada.
As an
Indigenous Relations Advisor, you will support the implementation of WSP Canada's Indigenous Relations Strategy and Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), working closely with the Vice President, Indigenous Relations and teams across the business.
You will contribute at the intersection of Indigenous Relations, project delivery, business development, and strategy, helping strengthen Indigenous participation, procurement, partnerships, and accountability while creating lasting value for Indigenous partners and supporting sustainable business growth.
Indigenous knowledge, lived experience, community connections, and cultural perspectives are highly valued as important strengths for this role.
We strongly encourage applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates.Your Impact- Provide quality assurance and guidance supporting pursuit and project teams in responding effectively to Indigenous participation requirementson Indigenous-related proposal content, project commitments, reporting, standards, procedures, and best practices.
- Track commitments and outcomes related to Indigenous employment, procurement, partnerships, capacity-building, and community engagement, translating results into clear reports and presentations for project teams and senior leaders.
- Advance Indigenous procurement opportunities by collaborating with procurement, operational, and project teams to identify Indigenous businesses, suppliers, and potential partnerships.
- Support reconciliation commitments and governance, including implementation activities associated with WSP's Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan and Canadian Council for Indigenous Business Partner Accreditation Indigenous Relations certification.
- Coordinate strategic initiatives and projects on behalf of the Indigenous Relations team, including working groups, action plans, executive briefings, presentations, and communications.
- Collaborate across Canada with regional Indigenous Relations Leads, business teams, project managers, proposal teams, technical specialists, and Indigenous partners to strengthen participation and meaningful engagement.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to strengthen performance, accountability, reporting, and measurable reconciliation and business outcomes.
The Skills That Set You Apart- A bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in Indigenous Studies, Business, Project Management, Community Development, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in Indigenous Relations, stakeholder engagement, procurement, project coordination, consulting, infrastructure, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous Nations, communities, organizations, governments, or businesses, with cultural awareness, humility, and respect.
- Experience developing, reviewing, implementing, or monitoring Indigenous Participation Plans, Indigenous Benefits Plans, or similar initiatives is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of Indigenous Peoples, communities, governments, organizations, and businesses in Canada, together with knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, UNDRIP, Indigenous procurement, and Indigenous participation practices.
- Strong project management and organizational capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across project, regional, and corporate teams.
- Excellent written communication, editing, quality assurance, analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prepare clear material for both project teams and senior leaders.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and SharePoint, combined with strong attention to detail and accountability.
CompensationAB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89,800 - $118,900
MB & ON: $81,900 - $112,800
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $81,100 - $107,700
Disclosure:The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Make Your Mark with WSPIf you're motivated by the opportunity to turn reconciliation commitments into meaningful, measurable action, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help strengthen Indigenous participation, partnerships, and opportunities across WSP's projects and business. 
