Indigenous Relations Liaison

Our Indigenous Relations team is currently looking to add an Indigenous Relations Liaison to support the Northeast Powerline and Northshore Link projects in Northern Ontario.Reporting to the Vice President, Indigenous Partnerships and Commercial Strategy, this is a key position that will work directly with the partnering Indigenous communities and help Valard deliver on their commitments. It will be embedded in the project team and facilitate the implementation of its Indigenous engagement and participation plan for the projects. We are seeking a trusted advisor who has proven experience with relationship building, environmental stewardship, cultural competency and awareness, training and employment and Indigenous procurement. Our focus is on building and maintaining respectful, collaborative relationships with Indigenous communities, leadership, and key partners throughout the project area.Please Note: This position will involve frequent travel to Indigenous communities, including remote locations.Duties And Responsibilities
Work closely with Valard's Indigenous Relations team, Project Management Team (PMT), Employee Services and Procurement to support Indigenous engagement objectives, workforce participation, community communications, and business opportunitiesBuild and maintain strong, respectful relationships with Indigenous communities, leadership, and stakeholders, ensuring meaningful engagement through feedback and ongoing communicationIdentify, escalation, and support the resolution of issues, risks, or community concerns, collaborating with project leadership and internal teams as requiredMaintain awareness of local and regional social, political, and economic considerations affecting the project and engagement approachPrepare and distribute community communications and notifications, project milestone updates / lookahead schedules (as appropriate), and construction progress noticesDevelop project information packages and community-facing materials for leadership, members, businesses, and other stakeholdersProduce regular reporting including tracking and summarizing hiring, workforce hours, spend, and procurementEnsure all communications, engagement activities, commitments, and issues are recorded and tracked per project requirementsCoordinate and participate in community events, open houses, career fairs, and other engagement activities to strengthen relationships and support workforce and business objectivesSupport workforce communications and respond to employee or community concerns related to project employment and engagementAssist in developing engagement plans and supporting achievable Indigenous participation targetsRepresent Valard professionally in community settings and on project-related mattersRequirements
Post-secondary education in business administration, communications, Indigenous studies, public relations, or a related field is preferredequivalent experience will also be considered5 years of related experience in Indigenous relations, community engagement, stakeholder relations, or similar roleProven ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with a broader project teamStrong understanding of Indigenous community and cultural considerations, including the importance of protocols and trust-buildingProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Power BI, with strong general computer skillsPreferred Skills / Qualifications
Experience in construction, energy, utilities, infrastructure, or linear projectsBenefits
This position offers a base salary range of
$85,000 - $110,000
annually, depending on experience and qualifications.We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including a
5% RRSP
matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.About Our Business
Valard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.Learn more
Visit us at and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate levelApplicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictionsValard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment processWe do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy
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