The opportunity
Help spark meaningful change by promoting economic development across the globe. You’ll be part of a group of project managers and consultants building relationships with US development agencies including the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), US Agency for International Development (USAID), United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), and others. This includes developing and fostering partnerships with clients and partner firms, proactively identifying potential opportunities, conducting bid capture, managing and developing proposals, managing projects, conducting technical analysis, and writing reports.
You’ll thrive in this role if you have project management experience and expertise working with or for US development agencies on infrastructure development projects, as well as experience developing new business and managing proposals.
Your impact
You’ll apply your project management, communication and analytical skills to solve complex infrastructure development projects. Projects typically span all infrastructure sectors including transport/logistics/trade facilitation, power, water and sanitation, as well as cross-cutting work on infrastructure finance/PPP/private sector development, and climate change mitigation/adaptation.
Your responsibilities
Under the leadership of our Global Director of US International projects, you’ll contribute to all stages of the project lifecycle:
- Lead and support business development efforts, including tracking market developments, leading capture efforts, writing proposals, building teams and developing budgets
- Provide technical inputs for infrastructure projects and write compelling and well-organized reports
- Manage or support project execution, including managing multidisciplinary teams of experts and their inputs, liaising with clients, and managing projects on time and budget
- Support our efforts to build the US international donor market
- Build and maintain relationships with clients and partners
- Contribute to marketing activities such as external thought leadership content, attending or speaking at conferences, helping with recruitment, or supporting administrative requirements
We’re looking for someone who
- Has strong research and analytical skills
- Mobilizes resources and can lead teams
- Is organized and can prioritize tasks under tight timelines
- Is resourceful and can solve problems
- Can write and speak clearly and concisely
- Can work independently and within teams
- Wants to evolve in the infrastructure sector
- Welcomes coaching and feedback
- Is an avid learner and keeps their skills sharp
What you bring to the team
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in public policy, economics, international relations, business, or similar discipline
- Five or more years of professional experience
- Demonstrated project management experience in consulting or research settings including for US agencies such as USAID, MCC, USTDA, or DFC
- Experience with infrastructure sectors such as transport, power or others
- Have the legal right to work in the United States
- Can and willing to travel domestically and internationally as required
Desirable, but not required:
- Experience in the transport and logistics sector
- French, Spanish or Russian language proficiency
- Experience in developing countries
Support for you, professionally and personally
Professional growth: We support your growth and professional development at CPCS by providing training, coaching, mentorship and regular feedback.
Meaningful connection: We believe in engaging collaboratively with passionate, diverse and motivated clients, team members and stakeholders to understand various viewpoints.
Greater impact: We believe in helping infrastructure leaders make more impactful decisions. Everything we do seeks to enable positive economic, social and environmental impacts.
Competitive compensation: We offer all team members competitive base salaries along with a benefits package that includes superior health and wellness programs. You could be eligible to receive a performance-based bonus. With time and proven excellence, you may be invited to become a company shareholder and benefit from company dividends and profit sharing. We also believe in offering flexible work arrangements and ample, defined time off.
Apply today
Thank you for your interest.
- Applications will be accepted until September 16, 2024
- Only those selected for consideration will be contacted
- A portfolio of relevant projects, participating in a case study or written exercise will be required for shortlisted candidates
Submit a cover letter that explains why you are interested in CPCS and this position. Submit a detailed resume identifying your qualifications. Click "Apply" below to submit your application.
About us
CPCS is a global employee-owned management consulting firm that finds better infrastructure solutions in the areas of transport and energy. Our firm is headquartered in Canada with offices around the world.
On any given day, we can be called on to develop strategies to reduce road congestion, work with transportation agencies to solve freight issues or advise governments looking to modernize their ports or energy sectors.
With a team of more than 150 CPCSers and over 1,600 projects completed in 120 countries, our company purpose is clear: Better infrastructure solutions = Better lives.
To get a feel for what it’s like to work with us, visit our Careers page, consult our Glassdoor page and discover our core beliefs. You can also check our magazine.
Our recruitment practices
CPCS is an equal opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and members of underrepresented groups. We foster an environment where our people feel safe, heard and valued. Our belief is that we all have unique talents, perspectives and backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UNITED STATES: CPCS Transcom Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote a diverse and inclusive work environment and comply with the American with Disabilities Act and all other applicable laws. We'll provide all qualified applicants and employees who have disabilities with reasonable accommodations as required by the law. If this is your case, please contact accessibility@cpcs.ca or 613-237-2500. Read more about our commitment to accessibility.
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