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Cascadia Partners is seeking experienced Engagement Managers for our Vancouver and Victoria offices.

Note: Previous experience as a Management Consultant required.

We See Consulting Differently
Cascadia Partners is a consulting firm founded by industry veterans who wanted to focus on creating local impact. We bring specialized expertise to a broad cross-section of local industries, and Cascadians find it rewarding to see the impact of our work where we live.

Our work focuses on five practice areas: Business Strategy, Operations Management, Digital Transformation, Policy & Economics, and Data Analytics & AI. We serve clients in industries such as Food, Beverages & Retail, Industry Associations, Construction & Real Estate, Public Sector, Transportation & Logistics, and Healthcare. All consultants contribute to all practice areas, which keeps us continuously learning from one another.

How We Work
We believe in incorporating collaboration, intellectual curiosity, creativity & confidence in our work. We are a high-performing team who works hard and delivers high-quality work for our clients; we also have fun and enjoy spending time together. Cascadia retains a startup culture and strives to hire people who are eager to contribute and grow the firm and its culture. Our consultants contribute to firm building activities like developing internal systems, business development, brand awareness and client expansion.

What We Do

At Cascadia, you’ll work in small teams to identify, define, and clearly articulate client problems and then develop creative solutions to address these challenges. Together, you will help clients improve their performance and help them realize their goals.

We strive to create value for our clients and build long-term partnerships with various engagement lengths from several weeks to several months. Most of our clients are in BC, so we travel less than other consultants, however onsite work with clients and some travel within BC may be required.

An Engagement Managers responsibilities span the following:

• Lead and manage multiple client engagements across our practice areas, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Identify and close new project opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their challenges and develop strategic, tailored solutions.
• Oversee project teams, providing guidance, support, and mentorship.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis to support client recommendations.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports and proposals to clients and stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Lead and contribute to business development efforts, including identifying new opportunities, preparing proposals, and participating in client pitches.
• Leverage your network and expertise to attract new clients and projects.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices to provide innovative solutions to clients.

What Are We Looking For

• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in management consulting.
• A strong client base, preferably in British Columbia.
• A proven track record of selling and leading successful client engagements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or a related field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage project teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and create an inclusive environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
• Experience in one or more of our key industries is highly desirable.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

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