Environmental Remediation Project Manager

WSP in Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,800 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is looking for an Environmental Remediation Project Manager in Vancouver. This role involves managing contaminated sites with a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and providing consulting services. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering or environmental sciences, at least 5 years in contaminated site assessments, and experience in project management. Competitive salary ranges from $80,800 to $107,000 depending on the region and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in contaminated site assessments.
• At least 3 years of project management experience.
• Understanding of the BC Environmental Management Act/Contaminated Sites Regulation.

Responsibilities

• Manage contaminated downstream sites and achieve closure.
• Create proposals and cost estimates for projects.
• Mentor junior staff on environmental protocols.

Skills

Project management

Environmental assessments

Client relationship management

Health and safety compliance

Field experience

Education

University degree or college diploma in engineering or environmental sciences

Job description

Job Description

We are expanding our RPM team and are seeking an Environmental Remediation Project Manager. This role involves working with a dedicated team to manage contaminated downstream sites and achieve closure.

In this position, you will collaborate with Project Coordinators, Project Managers, Senior Project Directors, Technical Leads, Field Technicians, Scientists, and Engineers to deliver high‑quality consulting services to clients.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a team and with senior leadership.
• Commit to health and safety, steward best health and safety practices throughout your projects.
• Client‑centric mindset, provide excellent consulting services.
• Create proposals and cost estimates, organize field schedules, gather data and write reports with conclusions and recommendations.
• Manage project accounting, ensure tracking and reporting follow the terms outlined in WSP’s Master Services Agreements.
• Mentor junior staff on environmental protocols and conduct site inspections to uphold safety and technical standards.
• Communicate with clients to confirm their needs and keep projects and proposals on high quality.
• Support fellow members of the Remediation Program Management Group with responsibilities related to health and safety, project management, completion, and client service.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in engineering or environmental sciences.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in contaminated site assessments; downstream experience considered an asset, plus at least 3 years of project management experience.
• Sound understanding of health and safety procedures in the workplace and a safety‑conscious attitude.
• Strong field experience considered an asset.
• Understanding of the BC Environmental Management Act/Contaminated Sites Regulation.
• Professional designation preferred.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $80,800 – $107,000

MB & ON: $73,700 – $101,500

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $73,000 – $96,900

Final salary may vary based on education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business needs.

Benefits and Policies

Health and Safety is a core value. Employees are expected to comply with the Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy and client HSE requirements. Certain positions may involve fieldwork in remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather.

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request.

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

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.