About Pattern Energy
Pattern Energy is the preeminent wind energy developer, builder, and operator in Canada. We operate one of the largest wind energy fleets in the country and remain committed to investing in high-value projects across the country. Pattern has been active in Canada since 2010. We employ over 100 Canadians across many disciplines, with our Canadian headquarters in Toronto, an office in Montreal, and extensive field operations across the country. Since 2020, we are majority-owned by the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) and are the largest renewable energy affiliate of CPP.
ResponsibilitiesPosition Overview
Based in Quebec (ideally Montreal), this bilingual Stakeholder Engagement Manager will lead community and First Nations partnership development for renewable energy projects across Quebec and other Canadian provinces. You'll be responsible for providing overall leadership, strategic direction, and execution of Pattern's growing Indigenous programs and partnerships and our broader community and stakeholder engagement. This position functions within a collaborative reporting structure, working equally with both the Public Engagement Team and the Canadian Development Team to ensure seamless integration of corporate engagement strategies with regional development priorities. This is an independent contractor/consultant position. This role requires approximately 30% travel to communities throughout Quebec and the rest of Canada.
Key Responsibilities
Lead engagement and commercial negotiations with First Nations partners, municipalities, and counties in Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba and other provinces across CanadaDevelop and implement community engagement strategies for projects in Quebec and other Canadian provincesCollaborate with legal and financial specialists on partnership agreements and other material commercial agreements relevant to Pattern’s renewable energy projects in CanadaSupport project development process in areas of external affairs, permitting, and government relations, and community engagementDesign and execute communications campaigns to build local support for projectsIdentify and engage with community organizations and leadersManage community events and strategic sponsorship opportunitiesSupport regulatory applications and public consultation processes QualificationsQualifications
Based in Quebec, ideally MontrealBilingual French/English (speaking and writing) - requiredExperience in Quebec's renewable energy industry - requiredExperience working with First Nations communities and municipal governments - requiredPartnership and complex commercial agreement negotiation experienceBachelor's degree in public relations, communications, political science, or related fieldStrong writing and communication skills, including public speaking and presentationsExperience with community outreach in diverse settings (rural, Indigenous)Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlinesComfortable with travel (30% of time)Proficiency in Microsoft Office (design skills an asset)We value team members who are solutions-oriented, adaptable, and effective communicators capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
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