Senior Environmental Planner (Transportation and Transit)

WSP in Canada; Burlington; On-site; CAD 93,100 - 128,100; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is looking for an experienced Environmental Planner in Burlington, Ontario, to lead environmental assessments for transportation and infrastructure projects. This role involves navigating regulatory processes and working with various stakeholders, including Indigenous communities, to deliver effective environmental solutions.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of relevant experience and a strong background in Ontario environmental assessment processes. WSP is committed to offering competitive compensation and promoting equity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in environmental assessments and Ontario regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects.
• Familiarity with provincial and federal regulators and environmental permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support environmental planning and assessments.
• Prepare high-quality project documentation.
• Engage and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Skills

Environmental assessment processes

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Technical writing

Indigenous engagement programs

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, planning, environmental science, or engineering

Job description

Environmental Planner – Ontario

Build the Future with Us. As an Environmental Planner, you will play a key role in shaping sustainable transportation and infrastructure projects across Ontario. You will lead and support environmental assessments, navigate regulatory processes, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, regulators, and communities to deliver impactful solutions that balance infrastructure needs with environmental stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support environmental planning and assessments for provincial and municipal infrastructure projects, including highways and transportation corridors.
• Prepare and deliver high‑quality project documentation, including consultation plans, Public Information Centre materials, and environmental assessment reports.
• Apply sound professional judgement to resolve moderately complex to complex environmental and regulatory challenges.
• Provide technical leadership and quality review for environmental technical studies prepared by specialty disciplines such as air quality, noise and vibration, natural environment, and cultural heritage.
• Engage and collaborate with regulators, clients, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders, fostering trusted relationships and meaningful consultation programs.
• Contribute to innovative engagement approaches, including virtual and hybrid consultation tools.
• Mentor and support junior team members, promoting professional growth, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

Key Skills

• Demonstrated experience with Ontario environmental assessment processes, including:
  • MTO’s Class Environmental Assessment for Provincial Transportation Facilities
  • Municipal Engineers Association’s Municipal Class Environmental Assessment
  • Transit and Rail Project Assessment Process (Ontario Regulation 231/08)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental studies, planning, environmental science, or engineering.
• 7+ years of experience completing environmental assessments and navigating Ontario regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong experience designing and implementing stakeholder and Indigenous engagement programs.
• Experience supporting proposal development and technical writing.
• Familiarity with provincial and federal regulators and environmental permitting processes.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $96,200 – $132,300
• MB & ON: $93,100 – $128,100
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $88,900 – $122,400

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 wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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.