Community Liaison

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States.

Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter.

The Community Liaison – Indigenous Relations is responsible for developing and maintaining effective business engagements and trusted relationships with Indigenous and First Nations communities in support of Forbes Bros.’ projects and business operations.

Working closely with project teams and internal and external stakeholders, the Community Liaison leads the development and execution of Indigenous community engagement and consultation plans. This includes identifying and prioritizing key community considerations, supporting open and collaborative dialogue, and assisting project teams in developing mutually beneficial short- and long-term economic agreements with Indigenous communities.

The Community Liaison also provides strategic advice, ongoing reporting, and presentations to senior management regarding Indigenous engagement, consultation, and economic participation. The role supports the development of Indigenous participation and procurement plans for major projects and maintains awareness of national, regional, and local Indigenous issues that may affect Company operations and growth opportunities.

• Lead the development and execution of Indigenous community engagement and consultation plans, emphasizing collaboration, open dialogue, and mutually respectful relationships.
• Develop strategic Indigenous engagement plans that outline how Forbes Bros. will support long-term relationship building with Indigenous communities affected by major projects.
• Engage proactively with Indigenous communities to understand community priorities, identify critical issues, and maintain effective working relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support project teams in identifying and prioritizing Indigenous engagement and consultation considerations relevant to project planning and execution.

• Develop and maintain trusted, strategic relationships with Indigenous communities, government representatives and staff, economic development corporations, businesses, and community members.
• Support project teams in developing mutually beneficial short- and long-term economic agreements with Indigenous communities.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external parties to develop Indigenous participation and procurement plans for Forbes Bros.’ major projects.
• Promote consistent and respectful engagement practices that support long-term relationships between Forbes Bros. and Indigenous communities.

• Provide strategic advice to senior management regarding Indigenous engagement, consultation, economic participation, and community relationship matters.
• Prepare and deliver ongoing reports and presentations regarding Indigenous engagement activities, community priorities, emerging issues, and project requirements.
• Maintain awareness of national, regional, and local Indigenous issues that may affect Company operations, project delivery, and growth opportunities.
• Communicate relevant community considerations to project teams and senior management to support informed planning and decision-making.

• Demonstrate Forbes Bros.’ value of WE WORK SAFE and never compromise safety in any aspect of the role.
• Ensure Indigenous engagement and consultation activities are conducted in accordance with…