Experienced Professional, Environmental Science

WSP in Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Job summary

Join WSP's Environmental Management team in Calgary, Alberta, to advance sustainable outcomes across Western Canada. You will contribute to environmental site assessments, groundwater monitoring programs, remediation initiatives, and reclamation projects in collaboration with experienced practitioners.

You will build expertise while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality reporting. Travel across Western Canada will be part of the role, with a focus on safe field work and strong client

Qualifications

• Diploma or university degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, Biology, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of environmental consulting experience focused on Phase I ESAs, site assessment activities, and groundwater monitoring.
• Working knowledge of Alberta environmental regulations, liability management frameworks, and site closure requirements.
• Experience planning and coordinating field programs while maintaining health, safety, and environmental performance.
• Demonstrated technical report writing and data interpretation abilities.
• Strong communication skills with clients, regulators, landowners, contractors, and project teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and environmental reporting tools.
• Willingness to travel and perform field work across Western Canada.
• Professional designation such as P.Ag., R.TAg., or P.Biol. is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute Phase I Environmental Site Assessments for upstream oil & gas, commercial, industrial, and mining sector clients.
• Plan and coordinate field programs including environmental site assessments, groundwater monitoring, remediation, and reclamation activities throughout Western Canada.
• Collect and document environmental field data, including soil and groundwater samples, in accordance with regulatory requirements and WSP standards.
• Drive safe field operations by supervising contractors, ground disturbance activities, and junior team members.

Skills

Phase I ESA

Site assessments

Groundwater monitoring

Alberta regs

Technical report writing

Client communication

Education

Environmental Science degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can. With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers. We are Visioneers. We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Join our Environmental Management team in Calgary, Alberta, and help shape sustainable outcomes across Western Canada. This opportunity is ideal for an environmental professional looking to expand their impact through environmental site assessments, contaminated site investigations, groundwater monitoring programs, reclamation projects, and remediation initiatives. You will collaborate with experienced practitioners while contributing directly to projects that support responsible land stewardship and environmental compliance.

Your Impact

• Lead and execute Phase I Environmental Site Assessments for upstream oil & gas, commercial, industrial, and mining sector clients.
• Plan and coordinate field programs including environmental site assessments, groundwater monitoring, remediation, and reclamation activities throughout Western Canada.
• Collect and document environmental field data, including soil and groundwater samples, in accordance with regulatory requirements and WSP standards.
• Drive safe field operations by supervising contractors, ground disturbance activities, and junior team members.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, regulators, landowners, laboratories, and service providers to support project success.
• Contribute to project planning through budget development, workplan preparation, cost tracking, and progress reporting.
• Prepare and review high-quality technical reports that help clients make informed environmental decisions.
• Support continuous improvement through the development of internal tools, resources, and environmental management practices.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Diploma or university degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, Biology, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of environmental consulting experience focused on Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, site assessment activities, and groundwater monitoring.
• Working knowledge of Alberta environmental regulations, liability management frameworks, and site closure requirements.
• Experience planning and coordinating field programs while maintaining strong health, safety, and environmental performance.
• Demonstrated technical report writing and data interpretation abilities.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients, regulators, landowners, contractors, and project teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and environmental reporting tools.
• Willingness and ability to travel and perform field work for extended durations across Western Canada.
• Professional designation such as P.Ag., R.TAg., or P.Biol. is considered an asset.

Why Choose WSP?

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $88,800 - $107,000

MB & ON: $73,700 - $101,500

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $73,000 - $x89,900

Disclosure: 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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join a team that is helping organizations manage environmental challenges while advancing sustainable outcomes for communities across Western Canada. At WSP, you'll work alongside industry-leading professionals, gain exposure to meaningful projects, and build a career defined by impact, growth, and opportunity.

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Safety & Health

Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

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.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .