About Calian

At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.

We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.

Job Type: Full Time

4Position Overview

The Manager, Emergency Management plays a key leadership role in the delivery, performance, and growth of emergency management services at Calian. This role is responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team supporting emergency management programs across nuclear facilities and all-hazards environments. The Manager provides technical oversight and strategic direction for the development of emergency plans, procedures, training, and exercises, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. The successful candidate will contribute to strengthening emergency preparedness capabilities across client organizations while driving innovation in emergency management approaches, including support for clients in the rapidly evolving nuclear space.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing emergency management team, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
  • Oversee team resourcing, workload management, and capability development.
  • Provide technical guidance and quality assurance for project deliverables.

Technical Oversight & Program Delivery

  • Provide oversight and accountability for the development of emergency management deliverables
  • Review, verify, and approve complex technical reports and analyses.
  • Ensure all work is executed in accordance with quality assurance programs and applicable regulatory frameworks.

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, partners and suppliers.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships across utilities, government agencies, and industry partners.
  • Support the delivery of services including emergency exercises, drills, training, engagement and real-time response activities as required.

Business Growth & Strategy

  • Support business development through proposal writing, client engagement, and identification of new opportunities.
  • Expand service offerings in emergency preparedness, including integration with safety analysis, security, and continuity planning.
  • Contribute to organizational strategy related to emergency management.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Introduce innovative approaches to emergency management, including digital tools, modeling, and integrated risk frameworks.
  • Support evolving regulatory expectations and emerging risks (e.g., cyber, climate, multi-hazard scenarios).
  • Promote lessons learned and continuous improvement across programs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Emergency Management or related field.
  • Minimum 8+ years of experience in emergency management, preferably within the nuclear or highly regulated industry.
  • Minimum 4+ years in a leadership or management role, including experience developing teams.
  • Demonstrated experience in:
    • Emergency preparedness program development, including plans, procedures and training
    • Exercise design, delivery, and evaluation
    • Risk assessment methodologies (HIRA/HRVA)
    • Business continuity and resilience planning
    • Security programs (physical, cyber, data and/or personnel)
  • Strong understanding of applicable regulatory frameworks (e.g., CNSC REGDOCs, CSA standards related to emergency management).
  • Experience working with nuclear facilities or comparable critical infrastructure is strongly preferred.

Certifications (Assets)

  • Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or equivalent
  • ICS certification (I-300 or higher)
  • Business Continuity certification (ABCP/CBCP)

Additional Requirements

  • Proven leadership, mentorship, and team-building capabilities.
  • Strong technical writing and reporting skills.
  • Excellent communication and partner engagement abilities.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to obtain Government of Canada Secret security clearance.
  • Ability to work in a hybrid model from one of the following locations: Ottawa, Toronto, or Saskatoon.
  • Willingness to travel (as required) to support client engagements and exercises.

Compensation

$100,000 to $140,000

Position Type

We have 1 available position.

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AI Usage Disclosure

At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.

How we hire

  • Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you and discover if you are the best fit for our team. It’s also an opportunity for you to gauge if a role at Calian is the right fit for you.

    Throughout the process, we’ll share details of the kind of work you’ll be doing, the projects you’ll be working on, the team you’ll be joining, and what it’s like working at Calian. Our biggest tip throughout the process is to  just be your authentic self! 
  • Our commitment to diverse, yet highly specialized solutions require many different skills and abilities. We look for the best talent that can contribute to Calian’s success as well as enhance our  culture. We encourage you to apply to a role or join our talent community and sign up for job alerts that match your area of expertise and what you are looking for in your next opportunity.  

    During the recruiting process, you’re encouraged to notify us of any accommodations you may require. We’ll be happy to help. 

  • We give the same time and consideration to everyone who applies. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your application shines: 

    • Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join 
    • Add a cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position  
    • Share a portfolio, personal websites, or links to your professional social media 
    • In your CV, highlight your key achievements – this is your time to brag 
    • Include dates! Share the timeline of your experience 
    • Stand out by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to  
    • Only apply to roles you’re genuinely interested in and that align to your experience 
    • Be prepared! Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
    • View the responsibilities for the role and find examples that demonstrate how you’ve completed these in your previous work  experience 
    • Prepare a list of questions to ask us 
    • Dress business casual for your interview (virtual and in person) 
    • We assess your skills and fit, you assess our fit for you 
    • We keep you updated and share expectations as we make progress in the recruiting cycle  
    • Feel free to reach out to your Talent Acquisition Specialist at any time during the hiring process 

Perks and benefits

  • Competitive, company-paid benefits
  • Generous time off package
  • Stock purchase plan
  • RRSP program
  • Flexible work hours for eligible roles
  • Programs to support employee health and well-being