Job Title Junior Consultant Location Calgary, AB CAMontreal, CAOttawa, CA (Primary)Toronto, CA Category Consulting Job Description CPCS | Advisors to Infrastructure Leaders Better Infrastructure Solutions. Better Lives. Position Details Title: Junior ConsultantStatus: Full-time, permanent (new)Location: Based at one of Canadian offices (Ottawa, ON; Toronto, ON; Montreal, QC; Calgary, AB)Travel: Occasional travel is possible for team meetings, client engagements, and professional development opportunitiesSalary: CAD 71,500 Who we are At CPCS, we’re collaborative, fun, and deeply dedicated advisors that are shaping the development of infrastructure because the world depends on good infrastructure to function. And good infrastructure can look like this: Making better use of existing transport infrastructure through policy or regulatory solutions to reduce congestion. Our mission is exactly this: Finding the better solution to any given transportation, energy, and infrastructure challenge or opportunity that ultimately affects peoples’ day-to-day lives. Our purpose is clear: Better infrastructure solutions = Better lives. By joining a global employee‑owned management consulting firm, you’ll tackle big challenges that shape economies and communities worldwide. Headquartered in Canada with offices around the world, our 170+ CPCSers have completed over 1,700 projects in 120 countries. If you thrive on intellectual curiosity, problem‑solving, and collaboration, you’ll find your place at CPCS. Launch your career in management consulting while making a meaningful impact. As a Junior Consultant, you’ll help solve pressing infrastructure challenges, shaping transportation and energy projects that influence lives across the globe. You’ll join our Young Professionals Program (YPP), an immersive learning experience managed by our Growth and Operations (GO) team. This program offers hands‑on exposure to different areas of our business, allowing you to contribute to local, national, and international projects while sharpening your consulting expertise. Your Responsibilities As part of our dynamic team, you’ll contribute to key aspects of the project lifecycle under the leadership of GO’s Vice President, with a focus on the transport sector. You will work on projects and business development across CPCS, with a focus on the Canadian Division activities. The Canadian Division leads projects across transportation and infrastructure economics with a focus on Canada. This includes projects such as: intercity rail and public transit planning and feasibility analysis; ports and marine sectoreconomic impact and competitiveness studies, and goods movement planning. After completing the Young Professional Program,
you are expected to continue your career at CPCS with the Canadian team.In this role, you will: Support business development, including preparation of proposals Carry out sectoral analyses using quantitative data and qualitative reviews of the best Canadian and international practices Assist with project management and implementation Support adaptation of analyses into recommendations Liaise with project teams, partner firms and clients Engage in internal networking to build relationships and advance your development What you bring to the team A bachelor’s degree or higher in business, economics, finance, engineering, business law, geography, urban planning, or a closely related field is required. Experience or interest in consulting, research, policy or other relevant roles Experience or interest in learning about Canadian transportation policy making Interest or experience in learning about challenges in the transport and/or energy sector Leadership experience acquired through school, work or community involvement Fluency in English is required; French is an asset Technically skilled in Microsoft Office Suite Ability and willingness to travel within Canada as required, conditions permitting The legal right to work in Canada and the ability to obtain in a reasonable timeframe a reliability status security clearance from the Government of Canada We’re looking for someone who Wants to evolve in the infrastructure sector Has superior oral and written communication skills Is highly organized Can manage and prioritize multiple tasks under tight timelines Excels in strategic and critical thinking Brings solid analytical and quantitative skills and contributes to data‑driven decision‑making Can work independently and within teams Welcomes coaching and feedback Support for you, professionally and personally We’re not just about work—we’re about growth, impact, and meaningful connections. Professional growth We support your growth at CPCS and professional development by providing training, coaching, mentorship and regular feedback. Meaningful connection We believe in engaging collaboratively with passionate, diverse and motivated clients, team members and stakeholders to understand various viewpoints.
Competitive compensation We offer all team members competitive base salaries along with a benefits package that includes superior health and wellness programs. You could be eligible to receive a performance‑based bonus. With time and proven excellence, you may be invited to become a company shareholder and benefit from company dividends and profit sharing. We also believe in offering flexible work arrangements and ample, defined time off. Apply today Thank you for your interest. Applications will be accepted until January 30, 2026 Only those selected for consideration will be contacted Participating in a case study will be required for shortlisted candidates Submit a cover letter explaining why you’re interested in this role, detailed resume identifying your qualifications and your university transcripts . If you have applied to our positions before and already have a profile, please log in here to apply for this position. If you are a new applicant, click Apply below to create your profile and submit your application. Our Recruitment Process Our recruitment process includes the following steps: Application review: We carefully assess every application A phone screening: A quick chat to get to know you better and answer any questions Case study: A written test to assess your quantitative analysis and writing skills An interview with the hiring team (VP of the division) and potentially other team members: A deeper conversation about your experience, skills, and what excites you about CPCS Final discussion: For some roles, we may have an additional step to ensure a great fit Offer and onboarding: If it’s a match, we’ll welcome you to the team! Please be advised that AI technology is used in the interview process for note recording. Our recruitment practices CPCS is an equal opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and members of underrepresented groups. We foster an setting where our people feel safe, heard and valued. Our belief is that we all have unique talents, perspectives and backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CANADA: CPCS is committed to, and will strive to ensure that, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005, its regulations, standards and all other relevant legislation are applied in a timely fashion. We'll provide all qualified applicants and employees who have disabilities with reasonable accommodations as required by law. If this is your case, please contact or. Read more about our commitment to accessibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Junior Consultant - C$71,500 A Year - No Experience Required (Calgary)
🏢 CPCS
📍 Calgary