Senior Government Affairs Manager

Socket.dev; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental benefits

Pension plan

RRSP and TFSA programs

EFAP and mental health support

Learning platforms and career growth

Diversity & inclusive environment

Job summary

Amrize Canada Inc. is seeking a Senior Government Affairs Manager to lead federal and provincial advocacy across Canada from Ottawa. You will build relationships with ministers, MPs, and agencies to advance policy outcomes supporting manufacturing and infrastructure growth.

The role requires a senior leader with 10+ years in government affairs, strong policy influence, and bilingual English/French communication. Occasional travel across Canada is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years in government affairs, public policy, or political strategy in leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success influencing federal/provincial policy outcomes in Canada.
• Ability to advise senior executives and drive cross-functional alignment.
• Bilingual English/French capability, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead federal and provincial government affairs strategy and advocacy campaigns.
• Represent Amrize with Ministers’ offices, MPs, Premiers’ offices, and policy staff.
• Build relationships with federal departments and agencies relevant to infrastructure, housing, industry, trade, environment, and procurement.
• Advance policy outcomes supporting domestic manufacturing and local supply chains.
• Engage on Buy Canadian/Build Canada frameworks and related definitions.
• Support infrastructure delivery and permitting certainty initiatives.
• Monitor provincial regulatory developments impacting operations.
• Strengthen relationships with industry associations, NGOs, Indigenous partners, and communities.
• Promote safety and health policies and PPE compliance on sites.

Skills

Public policy leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Policy advocacy

Strategic planning

Executive communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

We’re seeking a Senior Government Affairs Manager who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America.

Job Title: Senior Government Affairs Manager | Req ID: 17962 | Location: Ottawa RM ON

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Sr. Manager of Government Affairs, Canada will lead Amrize’s federal and provincial advocacy strategy, stakeholder engagement, and public affairs execution across Canada. This role will serve as the senior Government Affairs leader for Canada, supporting the full Amrize enterprise—from core building materials to building envelope—by advancing pro-growth policy outcomes, protecting market access, and strengthening Amrize’s license to operate. This position will build and manage relationships with Canadian decision-makers, align internal business leaders around priority issues, and drive measurable outcomes across procurement, infrastructure, housing, industrial competitiveness, and permitting/regulatory matters.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Lead Amrize’s federal and provincial government affairs strategy, including engagement plans, policy priorities, and advocacy campaigns aligned to business growth and operational needs.
• Represent Amrize with Ministers’ offices, Members of Parliament, provincial Premiers’ offices, and key political and policy staff.
• Build strong working relationships with federal departments and agencies relevant to Amrize, including those responsible for infrastructure, housing, industry, trade, environment, transportation, and procurement.
• Advance policy outcomes that support domestic manufacturing, local-to-local supply chains, and resilient construction delivery across Canada.
• Engage on “Buy Canadian” / “Build Canada Strong” procurement frameworks and related definitions impacting construction materials and building products.
• Support policy priorities that accelerate infrastructure delivery, improve permitting certainty, and enable investment in Canadian manufacturing capacity.
• Monitor and influence provincial regulatory developments affecting Amrize operations, including environmental permitting, land use, transportation, industrial policy, and construction standards.
• Strengthen Amrize’s reputation and relationships with key external stakeholders, including industry associations, chambers of commerce, Indigenous partners, NGOs, and community leaders.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviours.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protective Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred in Public Policy, Political Science, Law, Economics, Business, Communications, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, political strategy, or related leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success influencing federal and/or provincial policy outcomes in Canada and a strong understanding of Canadian government processes, regulatory environments, and stakeholder landscapes.
• Proven ability to advise senior executives and drive alignment across business functions.
• Executive presence, strong written/verbal communication, political judgment, and the ability to translate policy into business impact.
• Bilingual English/French capability.

Additional Requirements

• Bilingualism in French and English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of English is required, as the incumbent must communicate regularly with clients and suppliers of goods and/or services along with team members or support functions outside Quebec.
• Willingness to travel regularly across Canada (25-40%) for government engagement and site visits.
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic political environments and manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to safety culture and adherence to all safety requirements when visiting operational sites.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protective Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents, effective day one.
• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.

This posting is for an existing vacancy at Amrize Canada Inc.

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.