Senior Advisor, Philanthropy and Partnerships (15 months contract)

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Public Relations, the incumbent is responsible for managing Pomerleau’s community engagement program across Canada. They review and assess donation and sponsorship requests, advise and support internal stakeholders in their philanthropic initiatives, build and maintain relationships with partner organizations, and coordinate related events and activations. As part of their responsibilities, they work closely with members of senior leadership on selected philanthropic commitments and initiatives. They also contribute to the management of corporate and industry partnerships, including those with industry associations and business networks. Responsibilities

• Manage donation and sponsorship requests Receive, review, and assess internal and external requests; evaluate their alignment with Pomerleau’s priorities and provide recommendations.
• Advise internal stakeholders
Collaborate with Operations, regional teams, and corporate functions, including Environment and Sustainability, Talent, Culture and Leadership, Innovation, and Government Relations, to ensure commitments align with business and reputation objectives.
• Develop philanthropic initiatives
Identify and structure partnerships aligned with community engagement priorities; maintain relationships with partner organizations and ensure commitments are fulfilled and monitored.
• Support corporate and industry partnerships Contribute to managing relationships with industry associations, chambers of commerce, councils, and business networks; maintain up-to-date records of internal representatives, committees, and visibility opportunities; evaluate opportunities and recommend appropriate levels of engagement.
• Coordinate events and activations
Plan and coordinate Pomerleau’s participation in sponsorship- and partnership-related events; manage invitations, attendees, tickets, brand visibility, and all activation activities included in partnership agreements.
• Plan and manage the budget
Prepare annual plans, monitor commitments and expenditures, and ensure compliance with budget parameters.
• Administer commitments and agreements
Prepare required letters and agreements, coordinate payments with Finance, track tax receipts, and maintain accurate records in management systems.
• Support governance activities – Coordinate the preparation of Donation and Sponsorship Committee meetings, present submissions, and follow up on decisions and action items.
• Measure impact and promote initiatives –
Evaluate performance and outcomes, conduct benchmarking exercises, provide recommendations for continuous improvement, and develop the necessary communication materials.

Education, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field;
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in donations and sponsorships, philanthropy, corporate partnerships, stakeholder engagement, or a similar role;
• Demonstrated experience in evaluating funding or sponsorship requests, developing and activating partnerships, and managing budgets;
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, judgment, and recommendation skills;
• Excellent written communication skills in both French and English; full bilingual proficiency (spoken and written) is required;
• Strong administrative rigor and proficiency with tracking and reporting tools, including Excel, SharePoint, and Salesforce CRM or similar platforms;

• Availability to travel occasionally within Canada, as required. • RRSP with up to 5% employer matching

• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.