Senior Environmental Planner

WSP; Burlington; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to join their Environmental Impact Assessment team in Ontario. In this hybrid role, you will lead environmental assessments for transportation projects and manage project deliverables while mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a degree in related fields, 8-10+ years of experience in environmental assessments, and strong leadership and project management skills.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive Benefits including Virtual Healthcare

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience managing EAs and approvals.
• Proven experience engaging with the public and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation including Environmental Assessment Act.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental assessments and approval processes for transportation projects.
• Manage project deliverables, including technical studies and regulatory documentation.
• Design and lead consultation programs with Indigenous communities and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Environmental Assessment

Leadership

Business Development

Education

Degree in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, or Planning

Job description

Description

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a Senior Environmental Planner to join our Environmental Impact Assessment team in Ontario. You will play a key leadership role in advancing municipal and provincial transportation infrastructure projects through various environmental assessment (EA) and regulatory approval processes.

You will bring expertise in the following EA processes:

• MTO’s Class EA for Provincial Transportation Facilities
• The Municipal Engineers Association’s Municipal Class EA
• The Transit Project Assessment Process (Ontario Regulation 231/08)

This is a great opportunity to lead multi-disciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the growth and success of a high-performing team - all within a flexible, hybrid work environment.

You will rely on your demonstrated experience navigating EA requirements, environmental permitting, and related authorization processes relevant to transportation projects in Ontario. You will be a key member of a supportive team and serve a variety of clients and projects. You will delegate tasks and provide mentorship and training to junior and intermediate personnel. You will also help develop the team’s business. In this role, you will have flexibility to work in hybrid environment (home + one of our local offices in Hamilton, St.Catherines, Mississauga, Cambridge, Kitchener, or Toronto).

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture ofinclusionandbelonging
• OurFlexible 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.
• ACanadiansuccess story - we'reproudto wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhancethe world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstandingcareer opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open toyourideas and tryingnewthings.
• A phenomenalcollaborativeculture and a workforce filled with genuinelygood peoplewho are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here:

As a Senior Environmental Planner, you will:

• Lead EAs and approval processes for complex transportation projects across Ontario.
• Manage project deliverables, including technical studies, impact assessments, and regulatory documentation.
• Provide strategic technical leadership and guidance to teams and clients.
• Design and lead consultation programs with Indigenous communities, the public, stakeholders, and regulators.
• Build strong client relationships, identify new project opportunities, and support business development and proposal writing.
• Support team operations, including workload planning, mentorship, and professional development.
• Champion health and safety, modeling WSP’s Life-Saving Rules and corporate values in your daily work.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• A degree in environmental studies, environmental science, planning, or a related discipline.
• 8–10+ years of experience managing EAs and approvals, particularly in the transportation sector.
• Proven experience engaging with the public, stakeholders, Indigenous Nations, and regulatory bodies, using both traditional and innovative digital tools.
• Strong project management skills, with experience leading medium to large, interdisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management.
• Knowledge of applicable legislation including the Environmental Assessment Act, Endangered Species Act, Ontario Heritage Act, and others.
• Professional designations such as RPP (OPPI), EP (ECO Canada), or PMP (PMI) are preferred.