Ecology & EIA Practice Lead – Prairies & North

WSP in Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada seeks a visionary Director, Ecology & Environmental Impact Assessment (Eco & EIA) for Prairies & North. You will lead a multidisciplinary practice across mining, energy, infrastructure, and government projects, shaping strategy and growth.

This leadership role emphasizes client relationships, regulatory permitting, Indigenous engagement, and delivering integrated environmental solutions. You will mentor teams, manage performance, and partner with senior leaders to advance WSP’s

Qualifications

• A degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources, or a related discipline with a professional designation or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Shape the strategic direction and continued growth of a market-leading Ecology & Environmental Impact Assessment business across the Prairies & North region.
• Lead, inspire, and develop a multidisciplinary team of environmental professionals, fostering a culture of technical excellence and accountability.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, regulators, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders, helping navigate environmental challenges and regulatory processes.
• Drive business growth by strengthening client relationships and identifying new opportunities across mining, energy, transportation, infrastructure, industrial, and government sectors.
• Provide executive oversight on high-profile environmental impact assessments and multidisciplinary projects.

Skills

People leadership

Client relationships

EIA leadership

Regulatory permitting

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Indigenous relations

Team development

Communication

Education

Environmental Engineering

Environmental Science

Biology

Ecology

Natural Resources

Job description

WSP in Canada seeks a visionary Director, Ecology & Environmental Impact Assessment (Eco & EIA) for Prairies & North. You will lead a multidisciplinary practice across mining, energy, infrastructure, and government projects, shaping strategy and growth.

This leadership role emphasizes client relationships, regulatory permitting, Indigenous engagement, and delivering integrated environmental solutions. You will mentor teams, manage performance, and partner with senior leaders to advance WSP’s