Experienced Environmental Scientist

WSP in Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking an Experienced Environmental Scientist in Calgary. The role involves collaboration with a team to manage contaminated sites and ensure client satisfaction while upholding a culture of inclusion and integrity. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and over 7 years of experience, along with strong communication and teamwork skills. Attractive pay and flexible work options are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Flexible work options

Savings plans

Qualifications

• Over 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in business operations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with project coordinators and managers.
• Preparing health and safety plans.
• Managing project accounting and reporting.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor’s degree in Geoscience

Bachelor’s degree in Biology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Excel

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Job Description

Why WSP? Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.

Our WSP Contaminated Sites team in Calgary is expanding, and we are adding a Project Manager to serve a variety of industrial and government clients in Northern Alberta, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut. You will collaborate with an Edmonton-based team of experienced professionals including hydrogeologists, engineers, geochemists, and technical staff.

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy supports work-life balance and employee well-being.
• We are a Canadian success story, proud to showcase Canada's contributions globally.
• We aim to enhance the world through our work in environment, infrastructure, and urban development.
• We offer outstanding career growth opportunities and a culture of collaboration and integrity.
• Our workforce is comprised of genuinely good people doing important work.

We provide attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare and wellness programs, savings plans, and a clear future vision.

Responsibilities include :

• Collaborating in a team environment with project coordinators, managers, technical leads, and field staff.
• Preparing health and safety and emergency response plans.
• Developing proposals, estimating costs, scheduling, and compiling reports with conclusions and recommendations.
• Managing project accounting and reporting requirements under WSP’s agreements.
• Training junior staff in environmental practices and safety protocols.
• Engaging with clients to ensure project needs are met and progress is maintained.
• Supporting the contaminated sites management group in health, safety, project management, and client service.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geoscience, Biology, or related field.
• Over 7 years of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including presentation skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to prioritize and organize large data sets.
• Experience with budgets, Excel, and high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe.
• Experience in business operations is advantageous.

About Us

WSP is a leading global professional services firm dedicated to future-proofing cities and environments. With over 65,000 employees worldwide and more than 12,000 in Canada, we work across various sectors including environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering, and renewable energy.

At WSP, we value our people, foster collaboration, challenge the status quo, and hold ourselves accountable. We prioritize health and safety, and are committed to employment equity and accessibility.

Additional Information

• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job function : Research, Analyst, and IT
• Industry : Professional Services

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to providing accommodations during the recruitment process.

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