Principal Environmental Engineer

WSP; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Environmental Engineer to join their growing Contaminated Sites team in Edmonton. This role involves optimizing landfill gas systems, overseeing installations, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The company fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging, offering flexible work options and a collaborative environment. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects while working alongside a team of experienced professionals. If you are passionate about environmental engineering and want to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare

Wellness platform

Savings programs

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in landfill gas systems and project oversight.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee installation of landfill gas systems.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and develop waste management strategies.
• Supervise multidisciplinary teams and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Landfill gas systems

Environmental impact assessments

Quality Control and Quality Assurance

Technical writing

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental/Civil/Geological Engineering

Job description

Description

The Opportunity:

Our WSP Contaminated Sites team in Edmonton is growing, and as a result we're adding a Senior Environmental Engineer to our group serving a variety of industrial and government clients in Western Canada as well as the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. You will have access to and work with a team of experienced professionals including hydrogeologists, engineers, geochemists and other technical staff.

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.

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What you can expect to do here:

• Apply expertise in the beneficial use of collected landfill gas to optimize system performance.
• Develop and finalize design drawings and specifications for landfill gas systems.
• Manage and oversee the installation process of landfill gas systems, ensuring adherence to design plans.
• Lead the design and preparation of specifications for new or expanding landfill projects, including landfill caps and containment systems for ponds and lagoons.
• Supervise construction activities to ensure projects meet design and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and monitor Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs for liner systems.
• Ensure all project materials and installations comply with industry standards.
• Supervise and mentor a multidisciplinary team of professionals, providing technical guidance and support.
• Ensure all projects comply with environmental regulations and standards.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation for regulatory compliance and client communication.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and land evaluations.
• Develop and implement strategies for waste management and pollution control.
• Collaborate with clients to create innovative and sustainable landfill gas management solutions.
• Stay informed about the latest industry standards, technologies, and best practices.
• Oversee, or assist in the preparation of technical proposals including preparing scopes of works and estimates of costs for professional services.

What you can bring to WSP:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in Environmental/Civil/Geological Engineering, or related Engineering disciplines.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the following:
• Landfill gas systems including preparation of design drawings and specifications.
• Oversight of installation of landfill gas systems.
• Knowledge of beneficial use of collected landfill gas.
• Design and preparation or supervision of design drawings, specifications for new or expanding landfills, landfill caps, and natural or synthetic containment systems for ponds and lagoons.
• Construction oversight of above projects.
• Field experience in Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs for natural and synthetic liner systems.
• Strong written and oral skills in English.
• Involvement in and supervision of teams of professionals in this field.
• Registration in or ability to register with APEGA or other provincial jurisdictions.
• A minimum of three references will be requested. Examples of written text may be requested.