Senior Environmental Engineer, Contaminated Sites

WSP; Alberta; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm in Alberta is seeking an experienced Environmental Specialist to lead impactful assessments and remediation strategies in complex environments. This role requires deep expertise in contaminated site assessments, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and a commitment to building relationships with Indigenous communities. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of relevant experience and hold or be eligible for NAPEG P.Eng. registration. The position offers a compelling compensation package and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in contaminated site assessment and remediation.
• Advanced experience leading Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments.
• Proficiency in risk-informed remedial decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments.
• Develop remediation strategies for contaminated environments.
• Oversee data interpretation and technical conclusions.

Skills

Contaminated sites assessment

Project delivery

Remediation strategies

Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments

Contaminant characterization

Risk assessment methodologies

Education

Engineering degree (eligible for NAPEG P.Eng. registration)

Tools

Contaminated sites tools and methodologies

Job description

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The Opportunity

Your Impact Starts Here

Bring your advanced expertise in contaminated sites to some of the most technically demanding and meaningful environmental work in the country. From remote communities across Canada’s northern territories (NT, NU, YT) to complex legacy sites, you will lead high‑impact assessments, design remediation strategies, and guide multidisciplinary teams working in northern climates and permafrost conditions.

Your Impact

• Lead and direct Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments, ensuring high technical accuracy and risk‑based decision‑making.
• Develop and implement remediation strategies for contaminated soil, groundwater, permafrost‑affected environments, and remote sites.
• Oversee data interpretation, contaminant fate and transport analysis, conceptual site model development, and defensible technical conclusions.
• Prepare and review remediation action plans, site management plans, cost estimates, scopes, work plans, and regulatory submissions.
• Guide teams executing complex field programs in remote northern locations while ensuring strong safety culture and logistical planning.
• Provide senior technical review and sign‑off as a P.Eng. registered with (or eligible for) NAPEG.
• Build trusted relationships with Indigenous communities, regulators, and northern clients, ensuring culturally respectful and sustainable project outcomes.
• Champion innovation in remediation technologies, climate‑resilient solutions, and long‑term site stewardship.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• You have deep, hands‑on expertise in contaminated sites assessment and remediation, built over 8+ years of project delivery in northern and remote environments.
• You have advanced experience conducting and leading Phase I–III ESAs, contaminant characterization, and risk‑informed remedial decision‑making.
• You understand northern regulatory frameworks, remote logistics, and permafrost‑related challenges that influence site assessment and cleanup strategies.
• You are proficient in contaminated sites tools and methodologies, including conceptual site models, risk assessment interfaces, remediation technology selection, and data quality evaluation.
• You hold (or are eligible for) NAPEG P.Eng. registration and are comfortable providing senior technical oversight and professional sign‑off.
• You thrive in field and office environments, balancing detailed technical work with leadership, mentorship, and informed decision‑making under northern project constraints.
• You care about work that protects communities, land, water, and future generations.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
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• Limitless opportunities start here. 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.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT:$98,000–$131,700
• MB & ON:$89,400–$124,900
• NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC:$88,500–$119,300

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step toward shaping a cleaner, more resilient future for northern communities.