Indigenous Relations Manager - North

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong self‑perform capabilities and deep local expertise. We play a key role in building and enhancing infrastructure across Canada, the U.S., and an expanding international footprint improving everyday life through the roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems that connect communities. With more than a century of experience and a full suite of integrated services, Aecon is a trusted partner for delivering complex civil projects, including tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways, and large‑scale site development.

Reporting to the Vice-President of Indigenous Relations, the Indigenous Relations Manager- North will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities, organizations, and stakeholders. The role ensures Aecon’s operations and projects are aligned with Indigenous values, interests, and regulatory requirements, fostering mutual respect and collaboration. The Indigenous Relations Manager acts as a key advisor to project teams and leadership on Indigenous-related matters and is instrumental in supporting the company’s commitment to Indigenous engagement, employment, and economic development.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Community Engagement: Build and nurture positive relationships with Indigenous communities, organizations, and leadership. Organize and participate in regular meetings, open houses, and consultation sessions to ensure open communication and transparency.
• Advisory and Support: Advise Aecon’s project teams on cultural, social, and regulatory considerations relevant to Northern Indigenous communities. Provide guidance on best practices for engaging with Indigenous Rightsholders and stakeholder organizations.
• Employment and Training: Collaborate with internal teams and Indigenous organizations to promote employment, training, and capacity-building opportunities for Indigenous individuals on Aecon projects.
• Contracting and Procurement: Support the inclusion of Indigenous businesses in Aecon’s procurement and contracting processes, ensuring equitable opportunities and meaningful participation.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all engagement activities meet or exceed applicable legal, regulatory, and partnership obligations, including agreements with Indigenous partners.
• Conflict Resolution: Serve as a mediator and problem-solver when issues arise, working collaboratively to find respectful and effective solutions.
• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain thorough records of engagement activities, agreements, and outcomes. Prepare regular reports for internal and external stakeholders as required.
• Assist in the tender process (i.e. filling out bid documents, document management, etc.);
• Cultural Awareness: Promote cultural awareness and sensitivity within Aecon through training, events, and knowledge sharing.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with Northern Indigenous communities and organizations. Lived experience and/or extensive knowledge of Northern Indigenous values, culture, customs and traditions.
• Other duties as required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Indigenous Studies, Public Relations, Social Sciences, Business, or a related field. A combination of equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations, preferably in a resource development or construction context.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous culture, values, and governance structures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to remote communities and project sites as required.
• Experience in mediation, conflict resolution, or stakeholder engagement is an asset.
• Proficiency in Inuktitut or Inuinnaqtun is an asset.
• Respect for diversity and cultural differences
• Community-focused and relationship-oriented
• Collaborative and adaptable
• Ethical and trustworthy
• Results-driven with attention to detail
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.
• Security Checks and Background checks required.
• Valid Driver’s license.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and commitment to Northern Indigenous engagement. Aecon is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from Indigenous and other Indigenous peoples.

Referral Bonus – refer a standout candidate, and receive a $3,000 referral bonus after they have successfully completed their first 6 months of employment with Aecon.