Business Consultant

Altis Recruitment; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal government consulting firm is seeking Business Consultants at Senior, Intermediate, and Junior levels to support program management improvements for contaminated sites. Key responsibilities include conducting analysis, developing tools, and delivering training. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant university degree, possess consulting experience in contaminated site projects, and have strong skills in data analysis. Effective communication in English and the ability to work across diverse teams are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 48 months of experience in business consulting for contaminated sites projects in Canada.
• Experience developing tools and training for contaminated sites programs.
• Proven ability to analyze risks and communicate environmental liabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of cost estimation and environmental liability practices.
• Review site closure documentation to enhance quality.
• Develop tools and templates for program management.

Skills

Data analysis

Business process improvement

Working with Indigenous knowledge

Training delivery

Communication skills

Education

University degree in a relevant field

Professional certification in project management

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Our federal government client is seeking a team of Business Consultants (Senior, Intermediate, and Junior levels) to support improvements in program and portfolio management for contaminated sites. The roles focus on strategic analysis, tool development, and training delivery to enhance program effectiveness and support compliance with audit and evaluation findings.

Tasks:

• Conduct analysis of cost estimation and environmental liability practices and provide recommendations for improvement
• Review site closure documentation and identify areas for quality enhancement
• Analyze contaminated sites risk reduction practices and propose metrics for tracking human health and environmental impacts
• Study spending patterns across programs and jurisdictions to identify trends and provide actionable insights
• Develop tools, templates, and guidance to improve portfolio and program management practices
• Support implementation of management action plans related to audit and evaluation findings
• Contribute to governance processes by preparing reports, workplans, presentations, and briefing materials
• Update existing documentation to reflect evolving science, Indigenous reconciliation priorities, and government directives
• Design and deliver training materials to support knowledge transfer and stakeholder capacity building
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing best practices and lessons learned

Qualifications:

• University degree in a relevant field such as business, science, engineering, or environmental studies
• Professional certification in project management or related discipline is considered an asset
• Senior-level candidates must have at least 48 months of experience in business consulting for contaminated sites projects in Canada
• Demonstrated experience developing tools and training for contaminated sites programs
• Proven ability to analyze and communicate risks, environmental liabilities, and cost estimates across project lifecycles
• Experience working with contaminated sites inventories such as the Federal Contaminated Sites Inventory (FCSI) or similar systems
• Familiarity with Indigenous engagement and integration of Indigenous knowledge in environmental projects
• Strong skills in data analysis, business process improvement, and developing visual reporting products
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF formats for deliverables
• Ability to work remotely, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and produce accessible, plain-language materials
• English fluency and eligibility for work in a secure government environment