Senior Consultant in Water Protection and Enhancement

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to. 

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision of the future and challenge seekers.  

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. 

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to. 

Welcome to CIMA+ 

As part of our growth and our commitment to amplify our impact, we are looking for a passionate Senior Consultant in Water Protection and Enhancement, eager to apply their expertise to meaningful projects that strengthen water security, climate resilience, and to optimize water use.

At CIMA+, your expertise will be showcased to our clients by providing strategic recommendations in water management and climate change adaptation.

You will have the opportunity to position CIMA+ upstream in the delivery of projects of varied scale, with strategic mandates related to water security, water efficiency, resource protection, and climate resilience.

 

Responsibilities

• Position CIMA+ upstream of technical projects to develop proactive strategies that support municipalities and private companies in managing water and climate change issues, such as flooding, droughts, and erosion.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams of experts (Environment, Infrastructure, Energy, and Resources) in developing recommended solutions as part of strategic planning.
• Carry out technical, financial, and regulatory studies related to water protection and enhancement.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying opportunities, participating in events (conferences, webinars, sectoral working groups, etc.), and assisting in the preparation of service proposals.
• Based on data, analyses, or studies, develop communication tools that propose strategies and potential solutions to support clients in their decision-making.
• Contribute to the development of new service offerings, tools, and methodologies to foster innovation.
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in the field, including technological innovations, regulatory changes, and emerging market trends.
• Organize and facilitate workshops with various stakeholders.
• Prepare documents and presentations to showcase project progress, results, and recommendations.

• University degree in engineering, environmental studies, economics, or a related field. A master’s degree will be considered an asset.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in implementing water resource management projects, environmental consulting, water use efficiency, climate change adaptation, or related fields.
• Professional experience in managing strategic consulting projects that encompass political, economic, and technical dimensions.
• Professional experience in watershed management (water footprint) or water-related public policy development will be considered assets for the position.
• Ability to lead projects—sometimes multidisciplinary and strategic—in collaboration with multiple stakeholders (e.g., clients, government entities, suppliers, communities).
• Strong skills in strategy development, analytical thinking, and the ability to propose tailored solutions and innovations in energy transition.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English. Proficiency in French will be considered an asset.

 

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.  

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you: 

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week 
• Employee and Family Assistance Program 
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution 
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees 
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode  
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada 
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience 
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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