Intermediate Environmental Scientist/Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Top 100 Employer in Canada 2026

Flexible work and real balance

Accommodation for safety and health

Canadian workplace culture

Job summary

WSP Canada seeks an Intermediate Environmental Scientist or Technician to join the Remediation Program Management team in Edmonton, Alberta. You will support environmental monitoring, assessment, remediation and reclamation projects, working with a close-knit team to deliver results.

The role focuses on upstream oil and gas portfolio work, with opportunities to plan field assessments and present findings in technical reports.

Qualifications

• University degree or technical diploma in environmental science, engineering or related discipline.
• Three or more years of upstream oil and gas assessment and remediation experience.
• Understanding of current provincial and federal remediation guidelines.
• Strong soil characterization and vegetation identification skills.
• Pro‑active problem solving and strong communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and ability to travel for field work.
• Physically capable for field tasks and team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing environmental site assessments, detailed site assessments, remediation, and reclamation.
• Lead field assignments and collaborate with project technicians, scientists, contractors and other field personnel to complete on‑site environmental project tasks.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Gather and document soil and groundwater field data according to industry standards and WSP protocols.
• Communicate with clients, service companies, laboratories, and partners regarding project tasks.
• Assist with the preparation of technical reports.
• Ensure implementation of corporate and client safety programs on all projects.

Skills

Upstream oil & gas experience

Environmental site assessments

Field data collection

Report writing

Team mentorship

Project coordination

Education

University degree or technical diploma in environmental science, engineering or related discipline

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible? 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

Ready to take on complex and rewarding environmental challenges? At WSP, you'll work alongside a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team and contribute to high-profile remediation projects across Canada.

WSP's Remediation Program Management (RPM) team is one of the most established in the country, with over 15 years of experience delivering contaminated site program management services to technically focused clients. Our team of environmental technicians, scientists, project managers, and technical experts specializes in health and safety, Phase I and II ESAs, risk assessment, and remediation. With a consistent 9-12 month project backlog, we offer stability, variety, and strong growth opportunities. Our projects span coast to coast to coast and range widely in size and complexity, requiring efficient field execution and close collaboration.

WSP is currently seeking an Intermediate Environmental Scientist or Technician to join our rapidly growing Remediation Program Management group in Edmonton, Alberta. The role will work closely with our team of environmental professionals and will be integral in providing support for our ongoing environmental projects including environmental monitoring, assessment, remediation and reclamation projects. The position involves working in a close-knit team of dedicated professionals and you will be responsible for planning and carrying out field assessment and data collection exercises and presenting your findings in reports. This role will focus primarily on our upstream oil and gas portfolio.

Your Impact

• 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.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• 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.

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.

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Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YK: $60,100 - $79,600

MB & ON: $54,800 - $75,400

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $54,200 - $72,000

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.

#WSP_RPMAt 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.

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.

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.