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Indigenous Strategies Director, Western Canada

Chandos - 26 Jobs
Edmonton, AB
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Full-time
Management

Company Description

We exist to build a better world.

Our vision is to emerge as Canada's premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of innovation, collaboration, and sustainability in all that we do. Our three missions guide our daily work and help us achieve our purpose and vision. And the way we behave as we work towards these ambitious goals is to embrace and champion inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and courage.

We are 100 per cent employee-owned, and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do.

Every employee has a financial stake in the company's performance. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested—literally—it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support.

We look for team members who are gritty, accountable, and driven — with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose, you think like an entrepreneur and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations.

What We Offer

  • Employee-ownership model—share in our success and vote on our direction
  • Competitive salary + bonus potential
  • Employer-paid benefits (health, HCSA after one-year, dental, vision, EAP) + RRSP matching
  • Educational assistance and leadership development programs
  • True safety-first culture and coast-to-coast award-winning projects
Job Description

We're searching for a strategic, community-connected leader with grit, heart, and big-picture vision to join our Shared Services team. As Regional Director, Indigenous Strategies, you'll champion Indigenous awareness and partnership across the country—advising on strategy, strengthening connections with Indigenous communities and businesses, and creating opportunities that align with our values and construction expertise.

As Regional Director, Indigenous Strategies, Western Canada, you will

  • Shape and advance Indigenous partnerships, awareness initiatives, and business development opportunities across Western Canada
  • Drive Indigenous subtrade/vendor procurement and create employment pathways on Chandos projects
  • Advise our Executive Team on strategic funding opportunities, associations, and governance trends

What makes you stand out:

  • You're a trusted community leader—you're deeply embedded and respected across Indigenous networks with strong, lasting connection
  • You're a courageous connector—tackling hard challenges head-on and leading with authenticity
  • You're an Inclusive collaborator—you forge win-win relationships and champion diversity in every interaction.
  • You thrive at the intersection of business, advocacy, and cultural fluency, spotting new pathways to impact.
  • You're an expert communicator—engaging stakeholders clearly and confidently with a compelling vision for growth
  • You're energized by driving systemic impact in communities and at events, championing inclusivity, community engagement, and sustainability while forging strategic partnerships.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in business, Indigenous studies, law, engineering, marketing, or a related field (equivalent experience considered)
  • Proven senior-leadership experience—ideally within construction, business development or community relations
  • Deep understanding of Indigenous cultures, communities, governance structures, and economic development in Western Canada
  • Exceptional negotiation, presentation and stakeholder-engagement skills

Additional Information

This is more than a job—it's a mission-driven leadership opportunity that blends cultural influence with industry transformation. You'll partner with operations, business development, and executive leaders across the country to drive inclusive growth and Indigenous engagement in construction.

Let's build something bold—together. Apply today and bring your voice, leadership, and purpose to a company that belongs to its people.

READY TO BUILD WITH US?

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