Environmental Scientist: Remediation & Field Assessments

WSP USA; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Edmonton RPM team is seeking an Intermediate Environmental Scientist or Technician to support field assessment, data collection, and reporting on remediation and reclamation projects in Western Canada. You will contribute to challenging environmental initiatives and work with a multidisciplinary team.

You’ll plan and execute site assessments, mentor junior staff, and help ensure safety and regulatory compliance while traveling for field work across projects in the upstream oil and gas sector.

Qualifications

• University degree or technical diploma in environmental science, engineering or related discipline.
• Three or more years experience with upstream oil and gas assessment and remediation.
• Understanding of current provincial and federal regulatory remediation guidelines and directives.
• Strong soil characterization and vegetation identification skills.
• Pro-active problem solving and strong communication skills.
• Excellent reporting and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Physically capable of performing the required tasks, positive attitude, and strong team spirit.
• Ability and willingness to travel for field work.

Responsibilities

• You will assist with planning and executing environmental site assessments, detailed site assessments, remediation, and reclamation;
• You will lead field assignments and collaborate with project technicians, scientists, contractors and other field personnel to complete on‑site environmental project tasks;
• You will train and mentor junior staff;
• You will be involved in collection and documentation of pertinent soil and groundwater field data according to industry standards and WSP protocols and procedures;
• You will communicate with clients, service companies, laboratories, and partners regarding project tasks;
• You will assist with the preparation of technical reports;
• You will ensure implementation of corporate and client safety programs on all projects.

Skills

Oil & gas remediation

Regulatory knowledge

Soil & vegetation

Field tasks

Communication skills

Reporting

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Env science degree

Job description

WSP Edmonton RPM team is seeking an Intermediate Environmental Scientist or Technician to support field assessment, data collection, and reporting on remediation and reclamation projects in Western Canada. You will contribute to challenging environmental initiatives and work with a multidisciplinary team.

You’ll plan and execute site assessments, mentor junior staff, and help ensure safety and regulatory compliance while traveling for field work across projects in the upstream oil and gas sector.