Job DescriptionJoin a team that is advancing meaningful, relationship‑based engagement with Indigenous Nations and communities throughout British Columbia and the Yukon. In this role, you will use your expertise in Indigenous engagement to lead relationship building and engagement projects that contribute to environmental assessment, permitting, and Indigenous Knowledge studies that shape projects across Western Canada.As part of our Earth & Environment group, you will work with environmental scientists, social scientists, cultural heritage specialists and engagement professionals—people deeply committed to honouring Indigenous Knowledge, respecting community priorities, and helping clients develop better, more culturally grounded projects.Your ImpactLead engagement plans and processes that honour community protocols while supporting transparent, respectful and culturally grounded dialogue throughout environmental assessment and permitting processes.Collaborate with Indigenous Nations to design and deliver Indigenous Knowledge and Traditional Land Use studies rooted in Indigenous methodologies and community‑defined approaches.Assess project impacts on Indigenous rights and interests, shaping mitigation, management, monitoring programmes and benefit plans that reflect community priorities.Integrate Indigenous perspectives and Knowledge across multidisciplinary teams, verifying they meaningfully inform technical studies, regulatory submissions and project decision‑making.Work directly in communities across BC, including remote regions, supporting field programmes, community workshops, knowledge‑gathering sessions and ceremony‑aligned activities where appropriate.Advance best practices in Indigenous participation,



staying aligned with evolving regulatory expectations, Indigenous governance structures and international standards.Contribute to proposals, publications and thought leadership, elevating the role of Indigenous‑centred approaches in environmental practice.Support WSP’s corporate Indigenous Relations commitments, strengthening relationships with Indigenous leadership, Nations, communities, groups and businesses.The Skills That Set You ApartDeep, grounded experience working with Indigenous leadership, lands departments, Rights Holders and community members in British Columbia.An in‑depth understanding of Indigenous history, governance, cultural practices and laws, along with the BC and federal regulatory context.Expertise shaped by 15+ years in Indigenous engagement, consultation, community‑based research or a policy role, within an Indigenous Nation or supporting Indigenous communities is highly valued.A collaborative mindset that prioritises respect, relationship‑building and reciprocity.Solid writing and synthesis skills, including the ability to integrate Indigenous Knowledge and community priorities into technical and regulatory work.A valid driver’s licence and comfort working in community, on the land and in remote locations.Knowledge of an Indigenous language is an asset.A strong passion for Indigenous‑driven,



community‑centred work—WSP welcomes candidates who may not meet every qualification but demonstrate commitment, promise and lived experience.Why Choose WSP?Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor or opportunity is always within reach.Limitless opportunities across Canada and worldwide, tailored to your ambition.Flexible work and real balance – we honour the importance of work‑life balance and support wellbeing.Local and national Employee Resource Groups foster inclusion, belonging and community through events that celebrate, educate and engage employees around shared identities, interests or experiences.CompensationAB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $147,500 – $195,400MB & ON: $134,600 – $184,600NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $133,200 – $176,900The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance and business or organisational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.Eligibility and ApplicationWSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details are available upon request.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Principal Indigenous Engagement Specialist - C$133,200 - C$195,400 A Year (British Columbia)
🏢 WSP
📍 British Columbia