Senior Consultant, Oil Sands Mine Reclamation,

WSP; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 123,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada seeks a Senior Consultant, Oil Sands Mine Reclamation to lead end-to-end reclamation and closure solutions, from early planning to long-term monitoring. You will act as a technical leader and trusted advisor on mine closure across complex projects.

This role requires 8–12+ years in mine reclamation, strong regulatory and stakeholder engagement, and the ability to mentor junior staff while growing the practice across Canada.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in mine reclamation, closure planning, or environmental consulting.
• Proven experience with oil sands or large-scale mining reclamation and closure projects.
• Strong expertise in reclamation planning, closure strategy development, and multidisciplinary integration.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Experience preparing technical reports and communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and review of reclamation and closure strategies for oil sands and large-scale mining projects.
• Integrate multidisciplinary inputs to deliver cohesive, risk-informed closure plans across the full project lifecycle.
• Translate closure objectives into practical end land‑use outcomes that meet regulatory and stakeholder expectations.
• Advise clients on regulatory strategy, submissions, and closure readiness while building long-term relationships.
• Mentor and develop junior team members while fostering a culture of collaboration, safety, and technical excellence.
• Support business growth through proposal development and identification of new opportunities in reclamation and closure services.

Skills

Mine reclamation

Closure planning

Environmental consulting

Oil sands experience

Regulatory strategy

Client relationships

Project management

Mentoring

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Ecology/Engineering

Professional designation (asset)

Job description

• Edmonton, AB, Canada

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible?

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We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.

We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us

Lead the transformation of mine closure and reclamation practices across Canada’s most complex resource projects. As a Senior Consultant, Oil Sands Mine Reclamation, you will bring together multidisciplinary expertise to deliver innovative, end-to-end reclamation and closure solutions, from early-stage planning through to implementation and long-term monitoring.

This is a unique opportunity to act as both a technical leader and trusted advisor, influencing sustainable land outcomes while shaping the future of responsible resource development.

Your Impact

• Lead the development and review of reclamation and closure strategies for oil sands and large-scale mining projects
• Integrate multidisciplinary inputs to deliver cohesive, risk-informed closure plans across the full project lifecycle
• Translate closure objectives into practical end land‑use outcomes that meet regulatory and stakeholder expectations
• Advise clients on regulatory strategy, submissions, and closure readiness while building long-term relationships
• Mentor and develop junior team members while fostering a culture of collaboration, safety, and technical excellence
• Support business growth through proposal development and identification of new opportunities in reclamation and closure services

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Engineering, or a related discipline
• 8–12+ years of experience in mine reclamation, closure planning, or environmental consulting
• Proven experience with oil sands or large-scale mining reclamation and closure projects
• Strong expertise in reclamation planning, closure strategy development, and multidisciplinary integration [
• Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and client expectations [Se
• Experience preparing technical reports and communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences [
• Professional designation (or eligibility) such as P.Biol., P.Ag., P.Geo., or P.Eng. is an asset
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to project sites

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 – $162,800
MB & ON: 112,100 – $154,400
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $111,000 – $147,400

Disclosure:
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 wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Make Your Mark?

Bring your expertise, leadership, and vision to a role where you can shape the future of mine reclamation and closure. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and measurable impact, and help us deliver sustainable outcomes for communities and the environment.

Job Info

• Job Identification 89067
• Posting Date 06/24/2026, 06:34 PM

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

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. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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.

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