Intermediate Professional, Environmental Science

WSP in Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Intermediate Environmental Scientist to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to engage in environmental remediation, characterization, and reclamation projects, contributing to sustainability efforts across Canada. The ideal candidate will thrive in both outdoor and office settings, managing diverse tasks while mentoring junior staff. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation, this position promises a fulfilling career path within a global firm dedicated to making a positive environmental impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the environmental industry.
• Experience related to upstream oil and gas is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage project tasks including fieldwork setup and safety planning.
• Assist in data collection and reporting for environmental assessments.

Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Fieldwork Coordination

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

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Job Description

The Remediation Program Management team offers an opportunity to apply your skills within WSP, supporting key clients through environmental remediation challenges. We seek team members eager to build their careers, embrace new opportunities, and contribute innovative ideas. Develop your career with mentorship and collaboration across our global company of 67,000 employees. Join us in environmental remediation, characterization, and reclamation—helping to save the planet one site at a time.

Typical Day in the Life of an Intermediate Environmental Scientist

• Apply and expand your technical, client, and project delivery skills within a Canadian-based firm.
• Understand project objectives, contribute ideas, and coordinate with project managers and mentors.
• Manage project tasks including fieldwork setup, safety planning, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, and documentation.
• Assist in data collection, analysis, and reporting for environmental assessments and remediation.
• Develop your career through mentorship and diverse project experiences.
• Collaborate within a client-specific team, leveraging the broader RPM group expertise.
• Engage with Practice Area Networks for complex technical issues, potentially across international locations.
• Participate in fieldwork in Western Canada (up to 40%) and work on challenging environmental projects.

Qualities and Qualifications

You are someone who:

• Enjoys outdoor work and office tasks (up to 60%).
• Has excellent communication skills and is a natural coordinator.
• Enjoys mentoring and training junior staff.
• Is eager to learn continuously.

Your qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 3 years of experience in the environmental industry.
• Experience related to upstream oil and gas is an asset.

About Us

WSP is a leading global professional services firm dedicated to future-proofing cities and environments. With over 65,000 employees worldwide, including 12,000+ in Canada, we work on environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering, and sustainable development.

Our values include valuing our people, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. We prioritize health and safety, requiring compliance with our HSE policies and client-specific safety protocols. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to employment equity.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Professional Services

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