Project Director, Environmental

WSP in Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Technical Director to lead a national Remediation Program Management team. This role involves overseeing a portfolio of contaminated sites, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in technical direction, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to health and safety practices. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainable solutions in environmental remediation and urban planning, where your expertise will contribute to the future of our cities and environments.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in contaminated sites management.
• Strong understanding of BC Contaminated Sites Regulation.

Responsibilities

• Review environmental assessments and technical reports.
• Mentor project managers and field staff.

Skills

Technical Direction

Environmental Site Assessments

Client Management

Mentoring

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Eligible for Professional Registration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PowerBI

Oracle

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Job Description

WSP has an opportunity for a Technical Director to join our Remediation Program Management team based in Vancouver, British Columbia (open to other locations within British Columbia for the right candidate). The Remediation Program Management team is a national team serving large clients across Canada. We are known for providing top quality technical work to our clients, and as a result have a strong backlog of work. Many of our clients are long-term clients seeking WSP’s expertise in managing the assessment and remediation of their Sites. In this Technical Director role (engineering, geoscience or other applicable background), you would be responsible for the technical direction of a large portfolio, primarily consisting of downstream oil and gas Sites, with potential support for midstream and upstream Sites.

Responsibilities

1. Review deliverables such as Phase 1 and Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessments, Detailed Site Investigations, regulatory forms, and other technical reports.
2. Mentor Junior and Intermediate project managers, report authors, and field staff.
3. Support Project Managers with technical presentations and communications with clients and regulators.
4. Assist leadership in client management and achieving client objectives.
5. Contribute to Requests for Proposals as needed.
6. Conduct site visits to support field staff.
7. Lead by example in health and safety practices both in the field and office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, geoscience, or relevant discipline.
• 10-15 years of experience in technical direction of contaminated sites in British Columbia.
• Eligible or eligible to register as a Professional in British Columbia (e.g., P.Eng, P.Geo, etc.).
• Strong understanding of BC Contaminated Sites Regulation and Environmental Management Act; knowledge of Alberta regulations is a plus.
• Experience bringing sites to closure within the last three years.
• Able to become a Contaminated Sites Approved Professional within 1-2 years.
• Strong mentoring skills and a commitment to fostering an inclusive team environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, PowerBI, and Oracle.

Compensation

Salary range: $110,000 - $140,000, based on experience and location.

About Us

WSP is a leading professional services firm committed to future-proofing cities and environments. With over 65,000 employees globally and 12,000+ in Canada, we work across various sectors including environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering, and renewable energy.

Additional Information

We prioritize health and safety, expecting compliance with our HSE policies and client-specific safety protocols. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.