About Us ECO Canada is the steward for the Canadian environmental workforce across all industries. From job creation and wage funding to training and labour market research – we champion the end-to-end career of an environmental professional. We work with the federal, provincial, and municipal governments in all Canadian regions to support economic growth and environmental stewardship as best practices.

When you work at ECO Canada, you are supporting the growth of an abundant environmental workforce. Along with competitive benefits and compensation, we provide the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic team that values collaboration, high performance, and, of course, celebrating our successes! We believe that rewarding, meaningful work should be part of every step of the career journey.

Job Description Are you looking for a role where you will truly make a difference and contribute to a growing industry in Canada? ECO Canada is seeking a results-oriented professional to join our team immediately. Reporting to the Vice President of Professional Services, the ideal candidate will bring a strong passion for the environment along with proven expertise in business development within environmental and blue economy projects.

As a key member of the Professional Services team, the Business Development Consultant will be responsible for identifying, pursuing, and closing new business opportunities, managing strategic client accounts, and developing partnerships across the environmental consulting and blue economy sector.

While each member of ECO Canada has individual responsibilities, ECO takes a team-based approach. Everyone is encouraged to take ownership of their ideas and to see them through to completion, collaborating with key influencers as required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities through market research, personal networking, and targeted outreach in environmental consulting, blue economy, and related sectors.
• Conduct market research and analyze industry trends to inform strategic plans and identify emerging opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, industry stakeholders, Indigenous communities, and potential clients.
• Develop and deliver proposals, funding applications, and partnership agreements to advance ECO Canada’s strategic objectives.
• Meet and exceed monthly KPIs and annual revenue targets.
• Explore business opportunities with new markets and maintain active engagement with technical and professional organizations to stay ahead of trends.
• Provide strategic input to ECO Canada’s leadership on business development priorities and market positioning.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and marketing materials to support stakeholder engagement and decision-making.
• Track and evaluate key performance metrics to assess outcomes and identify areas for growth and improvement.

Qualifications & Skills

• Post-secondary education in Business, Environmental Studies/Science, Economics, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in business development or consulting, ideally within the environmental or marine sectors.
• Proven success in generating new business, preparing proposals, and securing funding for environmental or sustainability projects.
• Strong understanding of environmental consulting practices and blue economy trends (e.g., sustainable fisheries, renewable ocean energy, marine conservation).
• Excellent communication abilities, relationship-management, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint); familiarity with CRM tools is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel across Canada to meet clients, attend events, and support project deliverables.
• Bilingual fluency (English/French) is an asset.

Why Join ECO Canada?

• Be part of a passionate, mission-driven team supporting Canada’s environmental workforce.
• Gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of the environmental sector.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive environment.
• Collaborative workplace culture where your ideas are valued and encouraged.

This role is a temporary contract position until March 31, 2026 . This role is based at ECO Canada’s Calgary head office (unless otherwise noted). After a 3-month probation period, eligible employees may transition to a hybrid schedule with at least 3 days per week in the office.

If you feel you are the perfect fit for this position and are looking to join a company culture that is fun, flexible, and defined by our collective drive for success, please apply now through our website. Upload your resume and cover letter as one PDF file. Applicants who do not include a cover letter will not be considered.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. ECO Canada is dedicated to recruiting and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds. By recognizing and valuing a diverse workforce, we are committed to hiring practices that are fair and equitable. ECO Canada will always seek to hire the most qualified candidate for a position based on character, competency, compatibility, and commitment. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh'kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani as well as the Stoney Nakoda and Tsuut'ina nations. We acknowledge the members of the Metis community and specifically, the Métis Nation Region Three. Finally in the spirit of reconciliation and because we are all treaty people, we also acknowledge all Calgarians who make our homes in the traditional Treaty 7 territory of Southern Alberta.