Project Manager - Environmental Assessment, Remediation, Reclamation

WSP; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Calgary seeks a Project Manager to drive contaminated upstream oil and gas sites to closure. You will collaborate with a team of environmental specialists, manage project proposals, monitor health and safety practices, and train junior staff. A university degree in engineering or natural/earth sciences and 6 years of experience in contaminated site assessments are required. Join us to enhance the world around you and grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Hybrid Work Policy

Collaborative culture and career opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in contaminated site assessments of Upstream oil and gas sites.
• Sound understanding of health and safety procedures in the workplace.
• Professional designation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review Health and Safety plans and Emergency response plans.
• Prepare proposals and cost estimates, schedule field staff.
• Train junior staff in environmental practices.

Skills

Contaminated site assessments

Health and safety procedures

Field experience

Training others

Understanding Alberta Environmental regulations

Education

University degree in engineering or natural/earth sciences

Job description

Overview

Our team is growing, and as a result we're adding a Project Manager to our group. As part of the Remediation Program Management team in Edmonton or Calgary, you'll be responsible for driving contaminated Upstream oil and gas sites to closure through your work with a close-knit team of environmental specialists, professionals, and technical staff.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources, expertise, and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from senior environmental scientists to geophysicists to risk assessors 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.
• Our Hybrid Work Policy - a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.
• 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 who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it\'s like to be a part of our journey.

A day in the life

• You participate in a team environment, work closely with Project Coordinators, other Project Managers, Senior Project Directors/Technical Leads and Field Technicians/Scientists/Engineers to progress contaminated Upstream oil and gas sites towards closure
• You review Health and Safety plans and Emergency response plans
• You prepare proposals and cost estimates, schedule field staff and subcontractors, review data and reports and provide recommendations
• You are responsible for project accounting, tracking and reporting requirements
• You train junior staff in environmental practices including Phase I and II ESAs, drilling, surveying, groundwater sampling, oversight of remediation etc. as well as on site specific health and safety
• You interface with clients to ensure needs are met and projects/proposals are moving forward - Work with other members of the team to ensure provision of the support necessary for completion of projects
• You work with and provide support to other members of the group in sharing health and safety, project management, project completion and client service responsibilities

What you\'ll bring to WSP

• University degree in engineering or natural/earth sciences
• Minimum 6 years of experience in contaminated site assessments of Upstream oil and gas sites
• Sound understanding of the need for health and safety procedures in the workplace / Possess a safety conscious attitude
• Strong field experience and willingness to train others
• Understanding of the Alberta Environmental regulations such as Tier 1 and Tier 2 guidelines
• Professional designation