Senior Contaminated Sites Engineer - Lead Remediation

WSP in Canada; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 177,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada seeks a Principal or Senior Principal Contaminated Sites Engineer or Geoscientist to lead complex environmental projects in Kelowna and across BC/Yukon. The role emphasizes contaminated sites investigation, remediation strategy development, and regulatory compliance within a large global practice.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience, strong project management skills, and a track record of delivering safe, sustainable solutions for infrastructure and industrial projects

Qualifications

• 15+ years in contaminated sites investigation/remediation
• Experience in northern/remote/industrial settings
• Strong project management and client-relations skills

Responsibilities

• Lead complex contaminated site assessments and remediation programs
• Oversee soil, groundwater, sediment, and vapour investigations
• Develop conceptual site models and remedial designs
• Advise clients/regulators on regulatory pathways and risk-based decisions
• Mentor project teams and develop long-term client relationships

Skills

Contaminated sites investigation

Conceptual site models

Remedial options analysis

In-situ & ex-situ remediation

Technical specifications

Regulatory knowledge BC/Yukon

Education

Bachelors or higher in Environmental, Geology, Civil Engineering

Job description

WSP in Canada seeks a Principal or Senior Principal Contaminated Sites Engineer or Geoscientist to lead complex environmental projects in Kelowna and across BC/Yukon. The role emphasizes contaminated sites investigation, remediation strategy development, and regulatory compliance within a large global practice.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience, strong project management skills, and a track record of delivering safe, sustainable solutions for infrastructure and industrial projects