Intermediate Construction Coordinator / Supervisor

WSP in Canada; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada is seeking an Intermediate Construction Coordinator / Supervisor based in Yellowknife to lead mine closure and environmental remediation field programs across Northern Canada. You will manage safety, schedules, budgets, and collaborate with engineers, scientists, and clients in remote environments.

This role requires travel to remote project sites, strong MS Office reporting skills, and a proven ability to lead field teams in challenging outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction coordination or supervision.
• Strong technical understanding of construction processes and environmental remediation.
• Ability to work safely in remote locations and extreme outdoor climates.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite for reporting and documentation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for field teams and clients.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day construction and field activities for mine closure and environmental remediation projects.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental, regulatory, and project requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, environmental scientists, contractors, and clients.
• Monitor schedules, productivity, and budgets, proactively addressing risks or delays.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and quality control checks to ensure standards are met.
• Support the implementation of health, safety, and environmental plans in extreme and remote conditions.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, and field records using MS Office tools.
• Foster strong communication and alignment across field teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Construction coordination

Remote work

Safety leadership

MS Office

Communication

Documentation

Job description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can. With us, you can. You want

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us – Step into a pivotal role supporting impactful mine closure and environmental remediation projects across Northern Canada. As an Intermediate Construction Coordinator / Supervisor, you will play a key role in delivering complex field programs in challenging environments, helping ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.

Based in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, this position requires travel to remote project sites and the ability to work in demanding outdoor conditions. It offers an excellent opportunity to combine your technical expertise with field leadership, contributing directly to environmental sustainability, responsible resource management, and the successful delivery of critical restoration projects.

Your Impact

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day construction and field activities for mine closure and environmental remediation projects
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental, regulatory, and project requirements
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, environmental scientists, contractors, and clients
• Monitor schedules, productivity, and budgets, proactively addressing risks or delays
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and quality control checks to ensure standards are met
• Support the implementation of health, safety, and environmental plans in extreme and remote conditions
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, and field records using MS Office tools
• Foster strong communication and alignment across field teams and stakeholders

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction coordination, supervision, or related field roles, ideally within environmental or mine closure projects
• Strong technical understanding of construction processes, environmental remediation, or civil works
• Demonstrated ability to work safely and effectively in remote locations and extreme outdoor climates
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and reporting tools)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging field teams and clients
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• 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. #WeAreWSP

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $39.70 - $52.60
• MB & ON: $36.20 - $49.90
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $35.90 - $47.60

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.

Make Your Mark

Ready to take on a role where your expertise directly contributes to environmental restoration and sustainable outcomes? Join a team that values your experience, supports your growth, and empowers you to lead in the field.

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.

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.