Climate Tech Commercial Growth Lead

Cura; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work in Calgary

Relocation support

Competitive salary + equity

Job summary

CURA is a Canadian climate technology company based in Calgary, focused on electrifying cement production to dramatically cut emissions. The Business Development Manager will own the external-facing commercial strategy, building partnerships across cement, construction, and industrial infrastructure, and shaping deal and financing pathways to scale from pilot to full commercial deployment.

The role requires 8–12 years of relevant experience, including 5+ years in business development, and a

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, finance, economics, or related field.
• 8–12 years of total professional experience, with 5+ years in business development or partnerships.
• Experience at a venture-backed or growth-stage company preferred.
• Exposure to project finance and infrastructure transactions is a plus.
• Climate tech, industrial decarbonization, or related sector experience advantageous.
• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead CURA’s commercial engine and sales funnel.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships across cement, construction, and industrial infra.
• Structure and negotiate bilateral agreements and joint ventures.
• Move partnership frameworks from MOUs to definitive contracts.
• Collaborate with CEO/COO/CTO to align commercialization with financing needs.
• Support capital planning and fundraising readiness with term structures.
• Coordinate with finance advisors to align deals with capital stack and risk.
• Represent CURA in discussions with partners, investors, and lenders.

Skills

Business development

Partnerships

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree (business/engineering/finance)

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

CURA is a Canadian climate technology company based in Calgary, focused on electrifying cement production to dramatically cut emissions. The Business Development Manager will own the external-facing commercial strategy, building partnerships across cement, construction, and industrial infrastructure, and shaping deal and financing pathways to scale from pilot to full commercial deployment.

The role requires 8–12 years of relevant experience, including 5+ years in business development, and a