Manager, Advisory Indigenous Services; ICPS

Position: Manager, Advisory Indigenous Services (ICPS)
Overview
At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. KPMG’s market‑leading Global Infrastructure Advisory practice is growing and is looking for an individual who is interested in a Senior consultant role in Indigenous Advisory Services based in our Vancouver office.

We recognize the need to be an active participant in Reconciliation. In 2022 we formalised commitments through the Truth & Reconciliation Action Plan. By advancing an equitable and inclusive culture, building allyship, and being a trusted and active contributor to Indigenous development and empowerment, we can foster strong relationships with Indigenous communities and businesses. Join those from across the firm who are contributing to Reconciliation and develop your skills as we contribute to a path forward.

The successful candidate will assist in the delivery of high‑quality services to public sector and private sector clients. Working in a team, the consultant will advise on projects with Indigenous Peoples for governments (Indigenous, federal, provincial, and municipal) and the private sector, across a wide range of markets including natural resources, energy, utilities, transportation, agri‑food, manufacturing, real estate, education, healthcare, and other service sectors.

As a Manager within the Indigenous Advisory Services you are responsible for assisting colleagues with helping public and private sector clients. The position requires sensible consideration, technical expertise, Indigenous BC knowledge and understanding, critical thinking, verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with other stakeholders and rights holders.

What You Will Do

Building and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous communities

Take ownership on major projects for public (federal, provincial, municipal, Indigenous government) and private sector (e.g., critical infrastructure asset owners) clients across a wide variety of industries and sectors

Development and implementation of strategies, policies, procedures and business cases

Support provincial implementation of Indigenous relations to increase collaboration and potential business opportunities with communities and Indigenous businesses

Prepare and distribute reports and proposals

Prepare proposals for RFP submissions

Perform research, data gathering and analysis

Managing teams of KPMG advisory personnel including training and mentoring of junior staff and contributing to the overall skills enhancement and experience of the team

Assist with the development and review of engagement reports and technical project reviews

Assist in preparing strategic plans, business plans and business cases

Contribute to a dedicated team of professionals in delivering advisory services to clients

What You Bring To

The Role

7+ years of industry experience in a relevant industry, including 3+yrs consulting experience (e.g., government, engineering, construction, real estate, utilities); or

Demonstrated skills and experience in one or more of the following:

Community engagement

Infrastructure project planning, procurement or delivery

Economic and financial analysis

Leading and facilitating meetings/workshops, operational and business improvement

Lifecyle asset management

Data analytics, business intelligence and GIS

Good interpersonal skills and proven capabilities of managing/mentoring and working with a multi‑disciplinary team

Experience working directly in or with Indigenous communities in BC

Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, governance, treaties and rights, reconciliation and Indigenous history in BC and Canada

Excellent project management, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills that incorporate Indigenous knowledge and studies to meet community and client needs

Ability to work respectfully with Indigenous communities and Elders to build mutually respectful relationships and partnerships

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skills & Qualifications

Undergraduate or graduate degree (or technical diploma) in…