Intermediate Professional, Environmental Science

WSP USA; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Ecology professional based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia to support ecological permitting, monitoring, and assessment projects across Atlantic Canada. You will plan and lead ecological surveys, coordinate field assignments, interpret data, and develop technical deliverables for clients and regulators.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of ecological study experience, strong field data collection skills, and familiarity with Survey123 or Collector.

Qualifications

• University degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience conducting ecological studies.
• Experience completing ecological field assessments and collecting field data.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ecological field programs across Atlantic Canada, including habitat surveys and wildlife assessments.
• Lead and support environmental permitting and monitoring projects; communicate with clients and regulators.
• Analyze ecological data to produce high-quality reports and permitting applications.
• Advise project teams on ecology-related requirements for infrastructure and planning.

Skills

Ecology field surveys

Environmental permitting

Technical writing

Survey123/Collector

Regulatory knowledge

Travel readiness

Field safety

Education

Degree in Environmental Science / Ecology / Biology

Tools

Survey123

Collector

Job description

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Build the Future With Us

Bring your ecological expertise to projects that protect natural environments and support responsible development across Atlantic Canada. Based in Dartmouth, you will join our Ecology team to provide office and field-based support for environmental permitting, monitoring, and assessment projects, from focused applications to complex multidisciplinary programs. You will plan and lead ecological surveys, coordinate small to medium-sized assignments, interpret field data, and develop clear technical deliverables for clients and regulators.

Your Impact

• Coordinate small to medium-sized environmental permitting and monitoring projects from inception to completion, including communications with clients and regulators.

• Support experienced project managers and technical leads on complex environmental impact assessments, permitting assignments, and monitoring programs.

• Design and implement project work plans focused on avian and terrestrial habitats, aquatics, wetlands, and species at risk.

• Lead and support ecological field programs across Atlantic Canada, including habitat surveys, water and sediment sampling, fish and benthic sampling, botanical inventories, and wildlife assessments.

• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret ecological data to produce high-quality technical reports, permitting applications, and environmental impact assessments.

• Advise multidisciplinary project teams on ecology-related requirements that influence infrastructure, transportation, planning, and environmental outcomes.

• Manage field activities with a strong focus on safe execution, reliable data collection, and compliance with WSP health and safety requirements.

• Contribute to a collaborative Ecology team while building your project coordination, technical leadership, and client-facing experience.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A university degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, or a related discipline, with three to five years of relevant experience conducting ecological studies.

• Practical experience completing ecological field assessments and collecting field data for avian, wetland, wildlife, aquatic, or terrestrial programs.

• Experience using digital field data applications, such as Survey123 or Collector, to capture and manage ecological information.

• Strong technical writing skills and demonstrated experience preparing detailed reports and communicating effectively with clients, regulators, and colleagues.

• Knowledge of provincial and regional legislation, policies, and permitting procedures related to aquatic and terrestrial environments.

• Specialist ecological knowledge, including identification of one or more groups such as birds, bats, lichens, plants, or fish.

• A valid Class 5 driver’s licence with no restrictions, access to a reliable appropriately registered and insured vehicle, and readiness to travel to remote locations, work outside standard office hours, and stay overnight when required.

• A safety-conscious approach and experience operating in field conditions; off-road vehicle and boat-handling experience are assets.

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 & YT: $69,700 - 92,300

MB & ON: $63,600 - 87,500

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $62,900 - 83,600

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 with WSP

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.

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 (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety) .

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.