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WSP Canada

Environmental Scientist and Project Manager

Posted 2 days ago

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The Opportunity:

Are you ready to elevate your career and make a significant impact on a high-profile national program? WSP is growing and has an opportunity for a skilled Project Manager to join our Remediation Program Management (RPM), Upstream team.

Why choose WSP?

  • We value and are committed to upholding a culture ofinclusionandbelonging
  • OurFlexible Work Policy- we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
  • ACanadiansuccess story - we'reproudto wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
  • Enhancethe world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
  • Outstandingcareer opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open toyourideas and tryingnewthings.
  • A phenomenalcollaborativeculture and a workforce filled with genuinelygood peoplewho are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here:

• Collaborate closely with project coordinators, other project managers, project directors, technical leads, engineers, scientists, and technicians.

• Develop technical service offers, work plans, and financial proposals.

• Prepare tender documents and ensure they meet client expectations.

• Interface with clients to ensure their needs are met and measure project progress and quality.

• Plan, manage, and control projects to achieve the set technical, financial, and administrative objectives.

• Lead field staff, conduct site visits, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Mentor and train junior staff involved in the projects.

• Ensure adherence to the company's health, safety, and quality management requirements.

• Analyze and interpret data and review technical reports.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, geology, or another environmental specialty.

• At least 5 years of experience in contaminated site assessments.

• Strong knowledge of provincial regulations and best practices in environmental assessments and remediations.

• The ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Attention to detail and adaptability.

• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate with colleagues across Canada.

• A strong sense of responsibility and autonomy.

• Excellent communication and writing skills in English.

• A safety-conscious attitude and understanding of health and safety procedures in the workplace.

• Fieldwork experience in environmental assessments and/or remediations.

• A valid driver's license and the ability to travel from the office to work sites.

Compensation

Salary range (in British Columbia): $74,600 - $102,600

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

  • We value our people and our reputation
  • We are locally dedicated with international scale
  • We are future focused and challenge the status quo
  • We foster collaboration in everything we do
  • We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.

About WSP Canada

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international expertise. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, planners, landscape architects and urban designers, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Buildings, Transportation, Infrastructure, Environment, Geomatics, Energy, Resources, and Industrial sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With over 8,000 talented people across Canada, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for generations to come.

Industry

Engineering

Company Size

5001-10,000 employees

Application closing date is 2026-01-31

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