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Lead Environmental Scientist

WSP in Canada

City of Langley

On-site

CAD 102,000 - 141,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Environmental Scientist to join their vibrant team in British Columbia. With over a decade of experience in contaminated sites investigation and project management, you will lead diverse teams in delivering impactful environmental solutions. This role offers the opportunity to mentor others while developing your expertise in a collaborative and inclusive environment. Enjoy attractive pay, flexible work options, and a commitment to your professional growth, all while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance the world around you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Options

Comprehensive Benefits

Virtual Healthcare

Wellness Platform

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in Environmental Consulting.
Experience with contaminated sites and project management.

Responsibilities

Lead teams in contaminated sites projects delivery.
Manage client relationships and project scoping.

Skills

Environmental Consulting

Project Management

Contaminated Sites Investigation

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

University degree in Environmental Management

Professional accreditation (P.Eng, P.Geo, etc.)

Tools

Project Management Software

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The Opportunity:

You are looking to join a vibrant and busy team based in British Columbia (Vancouver, Victoria, Langley, Kelowna, Kamloops, Terrace, Prince George). You have a ten plus years of progressive experience primarily in contaminated sites investigation and remediation, combined with some project management experience, but you also thrive on stretching your technical skills and working on multi-disciplinary projects. Experience on federal and provincial regulated contaminated sites. You enjoy being part of a close-knit team and appreciate the benefits that a large organization can bring, including career progression, access to vast technical expertise, being able to participate in employee resource groups, and more.

Job Description

The Opportunity:

You are looking to join a vibrant and busy team based in British Columbia (Vancouver, Victoria, Langley, Kelowna, Kamloops, Terrace, Prince George). You have a ten plus years of progressive experience primarily in contaminated sites investigation and remediation, combined with some project management experience, but you also thrive on stretching your technical skills and working on multi-disciplinary projects. Experience on federal and provincial regulated contaminated sites. You enjoy being part of a close-knit team and appreciate the benefits that a large organization can bring, including career progression, access to vast technical expertise, being able to participate in employee resource groups, and more.

Why WSP?

We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people humbly doing important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here:

Lead project focused teams in delivery of a range of contaminated sites projects
Maintaining and developing client relationships
Conduct contaminated sites investigations and remediation programs
Manage clients’ projects including project scoping, budget control, planning, development of schedules and coordination of resources
Prepare proposals and high-quality deliverables
Manage environmental due diligence and compliance reviews
Understand and interpret the national and local market, highlighting prospects and stewarding them to opportunities and proposals
Mentor and coach employees with respect to their career growth and technical professional development
Drive a culture of health and safety and provide safety leadership
Work across other disciplines as requested
Other duties as required

What You'll Bring To WSP

University or equivalent degree in Environmental Management, Biology, or related natural/earth sciences
Status as an environmental professional (P.Eng, P.Geo, R.P.Bio., P.Biol, P.Ag.) and/or eligibility for accreditation through a similar professional organization
You have at least 10 years or more experience in Environmental Consulting
Prior experience with contaminated sites and/or mine closure is highly desired
You have a clean Driver’s Abstract, and are willing to travel
Proficient project management skills including budgeting and scheduling activities
Demonstrated experience in environmental consulting.
PMP certification would be an asset
Extensive field and site experience with strong health and safety focus
High level of verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Good understanding and application of contaminated sites investigation methods and environmental legislation in British Columbia

Salary range (in British Columbia): $102,100 to $140,400

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 salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

#WSPEMBC

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

We value our people and our reputation
We are locally dedicated with international scale
We are future focused and challenge the status quo
We foster collaboration in everything we do
We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.

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